Together, let’s protect our students, teachers, and community schools

A collective response to the proposed early closure of De Zavala Elementary

Community strike

Don’t let FWISD fail us — again.

On February 18, families were notified that Fort Worth Independent School District had proposed the closure of De Zavala Elementary one year earlier than previously approved — just two days after the district’s Gold Seal School of Choice acceptance window had already closed on February 16, 2026.

Under the revised plan, students from Daggett Montessori would relocate to the De Zavala campus, leaving no space for current De Zavala students.

This decision affects more than one school. It impacts families, programs, staffing, enrollment planning, and student stability across our entire community.

We believe all students and families deserve:

  • Stability in their learning environment

  • Transparent planning and communication

  • Fair access to transfer options

  • Protection of strong academic programs

We are organizing to demand fair and commonsense treatment for students in our community.

Our demands

Misguided decisions impact our children and our community.

We need your help.

De Zavala Elementary

Your voice can protect our students and teachers. Help us show Fort Worth ISD that our children deserve a thoughtful plan — not a rushed and disrespectful eviction notice.

Daggett Montessori

Your community deserves a stable, well-supported facility. Relocation should happen in a way that uplifts your students without creating instability for others.

Daggett Elementary

As discussions around dual language and student placement continue, thoughtful planning is essential to ensure programs are strong, properly staffed, and set up for long-term success.

When one neighborhood school is destabilized, the impact affects us all.

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Lily B. Clayton Elementary

Any shift in enrollment should come with transparent capacity planning so class sizes, resources, and campus culture remain protected.

Important events

Please join us at the next Fort Worth ISD board meeting Tuesday, February 24 at 5:30pm at 7060 Camp Bowie Blvd, Fort Worth, TX 76116.

Register to speak by calling 817-814-1920 by 4:00 PM the day of the meeting.

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