Charlestown High Students, Teachers Ask Superintendent To Reconsider Closure Plan: "Not The Only Option"

CBS Boston

November 5, 2026

Just this week, students and staff learned the doors of Charlestown High School in Boston might be closing for good in 2028. The recommendation is part of Boston Public Schools' long-term facilities plan, aimed at cutting down the number of schools across the district to match declining enrollment.

The latest schools on the chopping block include East Boston Early Education Center, Greater Egleston High School, and Charlestown High School.

At a school committee meeting Wednesday night, Charlestown residents showed up in force to protest the closing of their high school.

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