Smethport Area and Otto-Eldred School Districts Establish Joint Committee to Explore Future Opportunities for Students and Communities
In response to regional demographic shifts and declining student enrollment, the Smethport Area and Otto-Eldred School Districts adopted a resolution in October to establish a joint Cooperative Advisory Enrollment and Feasibility Committee. The committee is made up of three appointed board members from each district, along with non-voting administrative officials.
The committee is tasked with evaluating facility utilization, academic program alignment, shared staffing or transportation options, and potential grant opportunities. It will provide quarterly public progress updates and deliver a final report with non-binding recommendations to both school boards within twelve months. Official policy changes and binding actions remain the responsibility of each district’s board.
All meetings of the committee will be open to the public. Please see our notice to establish a joint committee for more information.
Brice N. Benson