# Two Schools in Peril | Concord News

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Podcast: [Concord News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/concord-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7600694)
Published: 2026-09-09T21:50:00+00:00
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Kearsarge Regional School Board eyes closing Simonds Elementary in Warner and Sutton Central Elementary in Bradford to consolidate into a two-school system by summer 2028—though students stay put through 2026–27. Final approval rests with local voters, and a citizen petition could force earlier closures. Superintendent Michael Bessette acknowledges the emotional toll, promising staff and support will follow students. Rooted in declining enrollment and budget woes, the plan surprises some—but not everyone. Parents like one mom who moved for Simonds are pushing back, seeking alternatives that preserve small-school safety without straining town budgets. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/0e0fb543981a2939

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