State Representative Lindsay Powell on Pittsburgh school building closures
Rep. Lindsay Powell May 28, 2026 | 10:09 AM
PITTSBURGH, May 28 – State Rep. Lindsay Powell, D-Allegheny, has issued the following statement after last night’s decision by the Pittsburgh Public Schools board to approve the closure of 12 schools:
“Our focus must shift to getting this right for Pittsburgh's students and families,” said Powell. “This transition must reflect the unique needs of every child, be responsive to the very real concerns raised by parents and communities and ensure equitable access to opportunities no matter a student's ZIP code or school assignment.
“While change of this scale is never easy, we have a responsibility to make sure this process builds a stronger, more supportive foundation for Pittsburgh Public Schools and delivers the resources, stability, and opportunities that every student deserves.”
Schools in Powell’s legislative district set to close include Arsenal PreK-5, Spring Hill K-5 and Woolslair K-5. Other schools set to close include Allegheny 6-8, Fulton PreK-5, King PreK-5, Linden PreK-5, Manchester PreK-5, Miller PreK-5, Milliones 6-12, South Brook 6-8 and South Hills 6-8.