After more than two decades serving local students, the Pace Center for Girls of Marion County will close its doors on Dec. 19, due to “the myriad of challenges facing this center,” according to an announcement from the organization.
“This decision was incredibly difficult and made only after a thorough evaluation of our center’s health including enrollment, staffing, academic outcomes, and financial sustainability,” said Yessica Cancel, interim CEO of Pace Center for Girls, in a press release issued Nov. 5.
“We first shared this news directly with the girls and families we serve, our dedicated staff and trusted partners—those closest to our mission. Their support and understanding have been invaluable during this transition,” she said…