St. Louis Public Schools spent millions fixing up buildings marked for closure

St. Louis Public Schools allocated millions in bond funding, approximately 20%, to renovate 22 schools slated for closure by 2027 under the Future Ready consolidation plan. On August 24, 2026, Superintendent Myra Berry visited Shenandoah Elementary School during the first day of classes to greet students in the hallways and lunchroom. Shenandoah Elementary School is among the facilities listed for potential closure as the district continues to consider the implementation of the Future Ready proposal.