Three Catholic schools in metro New Orleans will close at the end of the school year. WWL-TV reports St. Mary Magdalen in Metairie, St. Rita in New Orleans and St. Rosalie in Harvey will close when the 2021-22 school year ends.
"These very difficult decisions were made after prayerful discernment and with the support of Archbishop Gregory Aymond, school leadership and pastors," Superintendent of Catholic Schools Dr. RaeNell Houston told WWL-TV.
Declining enrollment leading to concerns about the schools' long-term financial viability led to the decision to close.
The closure affects 544 students and 68 faculty.
