US EditionMaine private school at center of legal battle for funding to close in June
- Saint Dominic Academy in Auburn, Maine, will close its high school division at the end of the current academic year due to financial challenges, as announced by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Portland.
- Bishop James Ruggieri mentioned that the high school program is not financially solvent, with operational losses of approximately $2.5 million from 2020 to 2025, and that the diocese has subsidized about $1 million during this period.
- Ruggieri expressed sadness over the closure, describing it as a significant loss for the community and stating that this decision was based on a thorough analysis.
- A forum for families of affected students is scheduled for April 10, where Ruggieri will address questions and assist with transitioning to other high schools.
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Portland Diocese to close central Maine catholic high school
Bishop James T. Ruggieri of the Portland Diocese sent a letter to families Friday announcing his decision to close St. Dominic Academy high school in Auburn. Ruggieri said the high school portion of the academy, grades 9-12, will close at the end of the school year. St. Dominic Academy programs will continue for students in pre-K through eighth grade. Those classes will be held at the Holy Cross campus in Lewiston for the 2025-26 school year. In…
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