Ray Domanico underscores the ongoing challenges facing Catholic schools in New York City, particularly the decline in enrollment and the recent closures of several institutions. He highlights the success of Partnership Schools, which saw a notable 28 percent enrollment increase from 2020 to 2023, demonstrating that innovative approaches can still yield positive results. Domanico calls for collaboration between successful Catholic high schools and struggling parochial schools to find sustainable solutions. He also advocates for political support, including tax-credit scholarships, to help preserve the vital role Catholic schools play in the city’s educational landscape. To read the article, click here.