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New West Little Rock High School to open fully as grades 9-12 in 2027
What happened
The board voted 6-1 to approve Option 1, opening the new West Little Rock High School as a full 9-12 campus in its first year (Fall 2027), rather than phasing in grades gradually.
Why it matters to families
This decision determines how many students and staff move to the new campus immediately, affecting enrollment, staffing, transportation, and programming balance across all of the district's comprehensive high schools starting in 2027.
The evidence
Minutes state: 'I move that the LRSD Board of Education approve and authorize Option 1: Full Opening (Grades 9-12 in year 1).' Moved by Eugene Krupitsky, seconded by Greg Adams. Carried 6-1 (Anthony Nichols against).
The source
Board Meeting - Jul 30 2026 - MinutesSee the full record for Little Rock School District.
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