MANITOWOC (NBC 26) — The Manitowoc Public School District Board of Education approved a school consolidation plan Tuesday night in a close 4-3 vote.

The plan will close two elementary schools and modify grade configurations to strengthen educational programming and support long-term financial sustainability, according to the district.

Watch previous coverage on MPSD's decision here

Under the plan, Madison Elementary School and Jackson Elementary School will no longer operate as school buildings. Jackson will be decommissioned for the 2026-27 school year, while the Madison Elementary property will be put up for sale.

"These steps are about strengthening our foundation so we can continue delivering the high-quality education our students deserve," Superintendent Lee Thennes said. "By

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