EDUCATION

Judge Temporarily Blocks Closure of Krotz Springs Elementary

PUBLISHED Jul 1, 2026, 11:47 PM ET

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OPELOUSAS, La. — A judge issued a temporary restraining order and preliminary injunction Wednesday that stops the St. Landry Parish School Board from advancing the closure of Krotz Springs Elementary, just hours before the board was scheduled to take administrative action. The order bars discussion, voting or any steps inconsistent with maintaining the school's status quo; the school enrolls roughly 230 students in pre-K through eighth grade. Earlier Wednesday the Town of Krotz Springs filed suit seeking to halt the closure; the school board held a special meeting Wednesday night and voted 8-4 to close six schools as part of an effort to address an estimated $18 million budget deficit, including Krotz Springs Elementary. Community members, parents and officials have responded with legal filings and public testimony, and further court proceedings and administrative actions are expected in coming days.

By Noormahi M. | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

District identifies $18 million budget deficit prompting consolidation proposals.
Town of Krotz Springs files a temporary restraining order seeking to block the closure.
A judge issues a temporary restraining order and preliminary injunction Wednesday blocking administrative steps for Krotz Springs Elementary.
The St. Landry Parish School Board holds a special meeting and votes 8-4 to close six schools, including Krotz Springs Elementary.
Legal proceedings, administrative appeals, and community responses continue as the injunction and closures are addressed.

News Intelligence

This school closure could affect your family or community. It's part of a larger trend of school consolidations due to budget deficits. Check your local school board's plans and attend meetings to stay informed.

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Who Benefited

District officials and trustees who pursue consolidation may benefit if closures proceed by reducing operating costs and addressing the estimated $18 million budget deficit.

Who Impacted

Students, parents, teachers and the Krotz Springs community may suffer disruption, loss of a local school, longer travel times, and diminished community resources if closures proceed.