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St. Joseph Chamber Urges School Board to Act on Long-Range Plan

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 1:02 PM

The St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce is publicly urging the school district’s Board of Education to implement its “Vision Forward” long-range plan. Chamber President Natalie Hawn spoke to the board, highlighting that declining enrollment and aging facilities necessitate action. Hawn emphasized that the district must adapt to remain efficient and competitive, warning that inaction could…

The St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce is publicly urging the school district’s Board of Education to implement its “Vision Forward” long-range plan. Chamber President Natalie Hawn spoke to the board, highlighting that declining enrollment and aging facilities necessitate action. Hawn emphasized that the district must adapt to remain efficient and competitive, warning that inaction could hurt the community’s ability to attract families and businesses. The Chamber clarified it does not favor any specific school closings but supports the administration taking decisive action on the data-informed strategy.

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