Fort Worth Independent School District announced that Meacham Middle School students will attend classes at Briscoe Elementary School beginning Tuesday, while crews repair rain‑damaged portions of the Meacham campus. The temporary move is expected to last several weeks, with the district pledging weekly progress reports.
Logistics of the relocation
On Monday, district workers loaded desks, chairs, classroom supplies and other equipment onto trucks for transport to Briscoe. Students will start their day at Meacham, then be bused to Briscoe for instruction. The district says class schedules will remain unchanged, minimizing disruption to academic routines.
Parent concerns
Some families expressed frustration over the distance and the timeline. “That’s too far,” one parent said. “I don’t believe when they say two weeks. Maybe it’s going to be the rest of the year.” Others questioned the decision‑making process, noting a lack of parental input before the move was finalized.
Community advocate Norma Garcia Lopez, a longtime Fort Worth resident, warned that the district’s new leadership may not fully understand the needs of the predominantly Latino, immigrant community surrounding Meacham. “The new TEA executive leadership still doesn’t know our communities,” she said. “To earn trust, you have to listen first.”
District response
Fort Worth ISD sent families a letter and an information sheet outlining what to expect during the temporary relocation. The district also held a community meeting over the weekend, during which trustees addressed questions and reiterated their commitment to safety. “The building will not reopen until the district is confident that the campus is fully safe and operational,” the district statement read.
Trustee Roxanne Martinez, representing District 9, echoed parental concerns, stating, “If relocating Meacham students to Briscoe Elementary is truly the best option the district can provide, it is simply not good enough for our students and families.” She also called for the contractor responsible for the damage to be held accountable for the disruption and associated costs.
What comes next
The district estimates that repairs will take several weeks, though no exact completion date was given. Weekly updates will be posted on the district’s website and communicated via email and text alerts. Parents are encouraged to stay informed and to reach out to school administrators with any transportation or scheduling questions.
While the temporary move presents challenges, district officials emphasize that student safety remains the top priority. “We are working diligently to restore the Meacham campus to full operation,” the district said. “In the meantime, we appreciate the patience and cooperation of our families and staff.”
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