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Open enrollment closed to students needing special education; Grade 5 capped at 20

White Lake School District · By Ben Guzovsky · Published Nov 10, 2026, 3:56 AM UTC · Board record: Jan 14, 2026

Day-to-day

Excerpt from Board meeting minutes 2026-01-14 for Open enrollment closed to students needing special… — Official source excerpt: Board meeting minutes 2026-01-14; editorial caption by Our School Board · source-evidence

What happened

For 2026-27 the board capped open enrollment so no students who need special education services can enter through open enrollment in grades 4K-12, and set a limit of 20 new Grade 5 students.

Why it matters to families

Families outside the district who need special education services cannot transfer in next year. Fifth grade has limited room.

The evidence

Jan. 14 minutes record both motions passing 7-0.

The source

Jan. 14, 2026 board minutes

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