This article was contributed by Adam P. Zoeller, theology department chair of Saint Xavier High School in Louisville, KY. In December 1997 the experience of a Christian Awakening Senior Retreat in a Catholic secondary school sponsored by the Archdiocese of Louisville provided the opportunity to deepen my relationship with Jesus Christ. On this particular retreat […]
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Highlights from World Youth Day in Kraków from the Teacher
This article was contributed by Christine LaPorte, (@MsLaPorteCCHS) a math teacher at Cathedral Catholic High School (@cchsdons) in San Diego, CA. She attended World Youth Day with Mission San Luis Rey Parish (@MSLRP_youthgroup) in Oceanside and attends St. Patrick Catholic Church (@StPats_youth) in Carlsbad. “You are not made to vegetate! Don’t be a couch potato! The […]
WEEKLY ROUND UP 08/26/2016
Didn’t have the chance to check in with NCEA Talk each day? We’ve got you covered. Each Friday NCEA Talk will post a roundup of Catholic education news and resources from the week. In case you missed it… Reflections for a New School Year Accomplishments of Catholic School Olympians Webinar: Effective Parent Communication Strategies for […]
Reflections for a New School Year
This article was contributed by Annette Jones, NCEA Assistant Director of Leadership Development. As we continue with the Year of Mercy and embark on a new school year, a reflection from A Year of Mercy with Pope Francis (published by Our Sunday Visitor) provides an opportunity to contemplate our gifts and how we share our […]
Accomplishments of Catholic School Olympians
This article was contributed by Ryan Lombardozzi, NCEA Social Media Coordinator. As the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio came to a close Sunday, August 21, we would like to recognize all of the accomplishments of the athletes who attended a Catholic school have contributed to the U.S. team. Townley Haas – Benedictine College Preparatory in Richmond, […]
Webinar: Effective Parent Communication Strategies for Teachers and Administrators
Join NCEA on Wednesday, August 31 for the Effective Parent Communication Strategies for Teachers and Administrators webinar. Webinar Description: The beginning of the school year is a great time to think about your school’s communication practices. This webinar will feature best practices and considerations for effective parent communication from the perspectives of both a classroom teacher […]
NCEA Monthly School Feature Video
Beginning September 2016, NCEA would like to begin featuring TWO deserving Catholic Schools each month on our Featured Video section on Facebook, as well as publish an article in NCEA Talk the Blog. The videos will be displayed throughout the month for all members and fans of NCEA to view as a way to showcase your school, Catholic […]
Charism and Culture: Cultivating Catholic Identity in Catholic Schools
This article was contributed by Annette Jones, NCEA Assistant Director of Leadership Development. One of NCEA’s publications, Charism and Culture: Cultivating Catholic Identity in Catholic Schools by Dr. Timothy J. Cook, highlights the process of embedding Catholic Identity in Catholic institutions. Specifically, the publication explores Catholic identity and Catholic school culture through the lens of […]
WEEKLY ROUND UP 08/19/2016
Didn’t have the chance to check in with NCEA Talk each day? We’ve got you covered. Each Friday NCEA Talk will post a roundup of Catholic education news and resources from the week. In case you missed it… Baton Rouge Flood Relief Updates Webinar: Engage! High-Energy Choral Rehearsal Strategies WEBINAR: COMPASSIONATE DISCIPLINE: HOW TO TURN […]
Baton Rouge Flood Relief Updates
This update was contributed by Dr. Melanie B. Verges, Superintendent of Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Schools. We are happy to share that most schools are reopening rather quickly, though three schools had significant flooding. Through herculean efforts, one school has been relocated and the other two with significant damage will be open before Labor Day! The […]
