Officials at Preston High School announced its impending closure in June, igniting controversy within the community. Owned by the Sisters of the Divine Compassion, the school has struggled financially, with the Sisters deciding against selling the property to the school after negotiations. Many stakeholders, including students and alumni, expressed discontent regarding the decision-making process, arguing for more transparency and representation from the community. The board claims financial realities necessitated the move, reflecting a broader trend of closures among local Catholic schools.
“After 18 months of back-and-forth discussions, the Sisters decided that the school lacked the financial viability to purchase the site.”
“The closure came as a shock to many and raised doubts about how the decision was made, highlighting a lack of transparency in the process.”},{
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