Jefferson County Public Schools heard from parents Monday for the first time since unveiling its plan to close or consolidate several schools.

Jefferson County Public Schools Superintendent Brian Yearwood said Friday that his proposal to close two schools and consolidate or move several others will save the district $4 million out of $132 million it needs to cut before next school year.

Jefferson County Public Schools Superintendent Brian Yearwood recommended closing one school, relocating another and merging two more as the district grapples with a $188 million budget shortfall.