Despite the challenges, Superintendent Dr. Matt Wayne emphasizes the district's commitment to improving student outcomes. "We have our goals for third-grade literacy, eighth-grade outcomes, and so forth," he notes, highlighting a focus on educational excellence amid potential disruptions.
The executive director of Parents for Public Schools of San Francisco warns about historical trends during school closures, stating, "When there are school closures, research shows there is a displacement of students of color," underscoring concerns for equitable treatment in decision-making.
As the SFUSD navigates school closures, Dr. Wayne assures that efforts are being made to prevent any community from being disproportionately affected, saying, "We are making sure as we develop our plan that we don’t disproportionately impact any one community."
The SFUSD is also changing its enrollment policy to promote neighborhood schools. Dr. Wayne explains, "This will mean more resources at each school by having fewer schools that their student will be able to take advantage of."
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