SD72 Sees Unexpected Drop In Enrollment

School District 72’s enrollment numbers for this school year have come in below expectations.

Superintendent Geoff Manning says the numbers reflect a net loss of students this year. Despite forecasting a modest growth of 50 additional students, the district instead experienced a decline of 23 students, resulting in a shortfall of 73 students from the original projection.

While the district exceeded projections in kindergarten enrollment, fewer students enrolled in elementary and middle grades than expected.

Manning noted that the trend is not isolated to the Campbell River School District. Other districts across Vancouver Island and the province also reported enrollment declines this year.

Despite the enrollment shortfall, the district says it has taken steps to ensure budget stability without major disruptions.

Enrollment trends will continue to be monitored closely, and future projections will be adjusted as needed.

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