Detroit: 44 Schools Slated to Close

Detroit Public Schools Emergency Financial Manager, Robert Bobb, announced on Wednesday, March 17th, that Detroit is slating to close 44 public schools in June. The decision came as Detroit fights declining enrollment and a budget deficit of more than $219 million. The 44 closures are part of a five year plan to improve education and student safety. Some schools are planned for demolition while others will be sold.