“Competition for enrollment is no longer optional—it is inevitable. Districts that cannot attract and retain students will face budget shortfalls, staff reductions, and program cuts, eroding their ability to serve communities effectively.”
In an era of competition from choice providers, school districts must learn new ways to increase student enrollments, argue authors Michael D. Toth and Superintendent Michael Grego in this article published by the American School Board Journal (ASBJ) in 2026.
In this national publication, you’ll learn:
- The false economy of school closures
- Real-world examples impacting district competitiveness
- Four key systems for increasing student enrollments
Read the ASBJ article to learn how districts can successfully navigate the new era of competition.
