School board to hold special meeting to discuss redistricting options

Jillian Atelsek, The Frederick News-Post, Md.
Updated ·4 min read

Nov. 13—The Frederick County Board of Education will hold a special virtual meeting Thursday, so members can discuss proposals for a redistricting of Frederick-area students and ask questions of district leaders.

A vote on the redistricting, which could affect up to 2,800 students, is scheduled for Dec. 6.

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