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Lindenwood’s Legacy and the Closure | Virginia Beach News
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Norfolk Public Schools is shutting down four elementary schools, including historic Lindenwood Elementary — a beloved community cornerstone since 1953 — as part of a consolidation effort driven by falling enrollment and smarter resource use. For alumni like Brandon Harris, who credits his formative years at the school with shaping his artistic and teaching identity, the closure stings deeply. Harris revisited the campus decades later, overwhelmed by nostalgia and emotion, reminding everyone that schools aren’t just buildings — they’re the foundation of who we become. The district plans more community meetings in September to guide families through redistricting, ensuring students know where they’ll go starting in 2027-2028.
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