Public schools losing students to other options

Rick Monroe

Special to the Village News

Declining attendance figures could have an impact on the Fallbrook Union Elementary School District since state funding is based on the district’s enrollment.

Exact enrollment figures have not been shared by the elementary district despite repeated requests by the Village News. The district was one of the first in the county to re-open its schools this spring and has been proactive with efforts to keep students safe from COVID-19.

However, there seem to be an influx of parents looking for alternatives to public schools, evidenced by enrollment increases...