What effect does a school merger have on communities? The posts below present evidence showing that school mergers have a real, measurable, detrimental effect on local communities.

• What are the negative consequences of merging schools? (April 9, 2026)
• Are the negative effects of merging schools proven by research and practice? (March 26, 2026)
• How do School Mergers Impact Communities? (March 13, 2026)
• Who Urges Caution Before Merging Schools? (March 5, 2026)
• Do Schools Build Community? (February 27, 2026)
• Why Oppose the Proposed Merger? (January 26, 2026)