Reed Elementary School in Cedar Park will remain closed during the 2013–14 school year. The school board made the decision Jan. 24 based on recommendations from district staff.

"This decision will save our district about $600,000 during a time when such cost-saving measures must be thoroughly considered," LISD Superintendent Bret Champion said in a statement. "We currently have the capacity to house the students who would attend Reed Elementary in our present buildings without compromising their learning or safety. Some adjustments may need to be implemented, but as a fast-growth school district, we are accustomed to these processes and have successfully done so before without disrupting our education system."

Reed Elementary School, located at 1515 Little Elm Trail, Cedar Park, was originally set to open in August 2011, but the school board has voted to delay occupancy three times—in February 2011, October 2011 and again in January. Staff recommended postponing the school's opening after review of continued budgetary constraints and a demography report, according to a statement.

Pending board approval, Reed Elementary could open in August 2014.