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Priscilla Chan's Free School to Shut After $125M Spend and Below-Average Results

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The Primary School, a tuition-free institution co-founded by Priscilla Chan in 2016, will permanently close its doors in June 2025 after nearly a decade of operation. The school served low-income children by offering education, healthcare, and family support services under one roof. Despite receiving substantial funding from the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, the school's academic outcomes consistently fell below California state averages. The board cited these underwhelming results as the key reason behind the decision to discontinue funding beyond the current academic year. The Chan Zuckerberg Initiative has committed $50 million to support a smooth transition for the students and families affected by the closure.

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