In response to declining enrollment and a significant budget shortfall of $65 million, Portland Public Schools (PPS) has announced a major restructuring plan that could result in the closure of up to 14 schools. The district released a list of proposed closures and outlined two scenarios for school rightsizing, which are set to be discussed at an upcoming school board meeting. As parents, teachers, and staff await the final decision, concern mounts over the impact of these potential closures on the community. While PPS is attempting to address its financial challenges, experts question whether these closures will lead to the budget relief the district hopes for.