# Redefining Our Schools Community Meeting: Coral Springs ES & Forest Glen MS

This was a community meeting held by Broward County Public Schools on September 15, 2026, focused on addressing declining student enrollment and potential school repurposing in the Coral Springs area, specifically Coral Springs Elementary School and Forest Glenn Middle School. The district presented recommendations to reconfigure grade levels, such as extending elementary schools to include sixth grade and converting Coral Springs High School to serve grades 7 through 12, as a response to significant under-enrollment and funding losses exceeding $480 million. Community members, including parents, teachers, students, and local officials, expressed concerns about the impact of these changes on academic programs, extracurricular activities, transportation, social-emotional well-being, and equity. Several speakers advocated for alternative solutions like magnet or dual language programs to attract families and preserve schools. The district emphasized that no final decisions had been made, with a board vote scheduled for December 15, 2026, and committed to ongoing community engagement and transparency. The meeting also touched on budget considerations related to facility usage, staffing adjustments, and potential cost savings from school closures or repurposing.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Education, Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure, Grants & Funding
**Published:** September 15, 2026

### Sources
- [Redefining Our Schools Community Meeting: Coral Springs ES & Forest Glen MS](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9njLSRBy94w) - Broward County Public Schools