February 23, 2024 / 07:43 PM
The Diocese of Oakland (United States) announced the closure of two private Catholic schools in the East San Francisco Bay at the end of the school year, amid concerns about security and the presence of activities related to human trafficking in the surroundings.
According to a report from ABC7 News’ investigative unit, parents at St. Anthony Catholic School, part of Lumen Christi Academies, were notified of the decision two weeks ago via email.
In addition to insecurity, the message from the Diocese of Ouckland points out that the reasons for the closure are the financial problems of the institution and external factors such as homelessness, unemployment, a shortage of affordable housing, and the presence of trafficking activities. of people near the school.