Although many Catholic schools long have struggled with dropping enrollment, pandemic-induced family hardships and financial strain have accelerated the decline. Paul Escala said of the 262 elementary and high school campuses across Los Angeles, Ventura and Santa Barbara counties. Bishop Conaty-Our Lady of Loretto High School in Los Angeles saw attendance increase, one of few bright spots for the system. AdvertisementIn Los Angeles County, 63 elementary schools received waivers as of Dec. 21, with several others set to partially reopen in January. All six of Santa Barbara County’s elementary campuses and its one stand-alone Catholic high school reopened for in-person learning, while six elementary schools and two high schools in Ventura County also opened.

Source: Los Angeles Times January 03, 2021 13:02 UTC