JOPPA, Md. — For more than half-a-century young students have attended Trinity Lutheran Christian School in Joppa.
Sadly that long tradition is coming to an end.
"After several years of financial struggles at the school due to reduced enrollment, increased operating costs and expenses, Trinity Lutheran Church determined that it can no longer financially support the school beyond the 2024/2025 school year," Trinity leadership said in a statement.
Trinity's board officially voted in favor of the decision on October 20.
The school currently offers early learning for two-year-old's up to PreK, then elementary education through fifth grade, and a middle school.
Current plans are to keep the early learning center open beyond the school year. Only the lower and middle schools are expected to close.
WMAR-2 News received emotional reaction from our viewers.
"I personally have sent my child to Trinity for 6 years, and was going to send her to the school through 8th grade," one viewer told us. "We are devastated that they are closing. Everyone is shocked, and completely heartbroken."
For their part, Trinity admitted the transition would be difficult.
"We understand that this transition period will be challenging for all involved, including students, families and staff," Trinity said. "It is extremely important that we come together as a community to support one another as we do our best to finish this school year with a spirit of excellence with a positive environment for both our students and staff."
