Seven Orange County schools to shut down as state funding cuts hit

Funding cuts have forced the closure of seven Orange County schools this week.

This browser does not support the video element.

By James Tutten

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Seven Orange County schools will close their doors permanently this week as the 2026 school year concludes.

These closures follow Orange County Public Schools losing 3,100 students, resulting in a $30 million reduction in state funding.

State lawmakers also agreed to a budget deal Sunday night that includes some protections for public schools facing declining money.

The decision to close these schools was made following a vote, which was preceded by various discussions on the matter.

Click here to download our free news, weather and smart TV apps. And click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.