Queen of Peace school has been around town a long time. Since before the big fire. Since 1911, to be precise.

The new principal, David Douglas, is just finishing up his first year at the school. He’s breathed some new life and energy into the school, which has an enthusiastic staff and student body, but is always under the scrutiny of the parish due to its immense costs.

Running a private school isn’t cheap, and our strong public schools make the decision difficult for those choosing between a tuition-free public school and a parochial school.

Setting aside the obvious lack of religious...