Written by Karen Barreras, Director of Leadership Engagement [email protected] Many Catholic schools have a compelling call to service for students. According to the National Standards and Benchmarks for Effective Catholic Elementary and Secondary Schools, Second Edition (NSBECS), Domain One, Mission and Catholic Identity, Standard 3 says, “An excellent Catholic school adhering to mission provides opportunities […]
The Importance of Upgrading Classroom Devices for Educators
Written by Mikel Reid, Administrative Assistant/Special Projects, Archangel Education + Technology, [email protected] Technology plays a critical role in education and in shaping the learning experience. For educators, the decision to upgrade classroom tools isn’t just about staying current—it’s about preparing students with the tools they need to thrive in a rapidly evolving world. Let’s take […]
The Transformative Effect of Sacred Listening
By focusing on listening, Catholic educators can help students shape their own faith, making it more personal and meaningful. Listening lays the groundwork for trust and meaningful conversation, which is where true faith formation happens.
The Impact of a Box of Joy®
Written by Tessie O’Dea, Relationship Development Manager, Cross Catholic Outreach, [email protected] In the United States, the average child goes to bed on Christmas Eve eagerly awaiting the arrival of a morning filled with excitement and colorful gifts. Their minds are not preoccupied with worries about the roof over their heads or if there will be food […]
Parents and Parishes Strengthen Student Faith Formation
Catholic schools have a dual mission, to be excellent schools and excellent places of faith formation.
Catholic Scouting: Proud to Support NCEA and Catholic Schools
“Belonging to another Catholic faith-based organization outside school reinforces the notion that faith permeates the student’s whole life. It makes the student realize that a faith-based life should be total; not begin and end at school,” said Josephine Golcher, a Catholic school teacher and Scouting leader in Fullerton, CA.
Appeals Court Rules in Favor of Private Schools
4th Circuit overturns lower court decision that threatened private schools with potentially crushing costs of complying with federal regulations.
Bridging the Science of Reading and Literacy Development for Multilingual Learners
Multilingual learners are the fastest-growing population in U.S. schools and account for roughly 10 percent of student populations.
Creating a Compassionate Culture in Our Schools
It’s not the grand gestures or the big moments that leave a lasting imprint on our students’ hearts of what being a Catholic means. It’s in the small stuff, how we communicate and treat one another each day that stays with them.
2023-2024 Annual Statistical Report on Schools, Enrollment and Staffing
Amidst societal upheaval and educational instability, Catholic schools have emerged as beacons of stability, reversing years of enrollment decline. Faced with challenges such as technological shifts, demographic changes and the pandemic’s impact, these institutions have adapted strategically. This resilience underscores their enduring commitment to providing a grounded, faith-based education in a world that often seems in flux.
