The end of another school year is here! For some, this day has already been checked off the calendars and, for others, it is just around the corner. It is a time of celebration, gratitude and reflection. I’ve rounded out this academic year talking to educators about the future of Catholic schools. Last month, I had […]
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Top Ten List for Working With Your Pastor
This article was contributed by Kathy House, principal of Christ the King Catholic School in Little Rock, Arkansas. Catholic schools are built on a legacy of excellence. Developing dynamic leadership in Catholic schools is crucial to ensuring that all the hard work of those who came before us is maintained and guarantees that Catholic schools […]
Using Brain Breaks to Survive the End of the Year Wiggles
This article was contributed by Katie Shahin, 3rd Grade Teacher at St. Ann Catholic School in Arlington, VA. I love the end of the school year! My students are fully engaged and have zero behavioral issues!” said no school teacher ever. Enter my life-saver! Trying to keep students engaged and on track during the school […]
Weekly Round Up 06/03/16
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… Attention Kid Scientists! – The President Wants Your Ideas on Science and Technology STREAM in Action: Living […]
Attention Kid Scientists! – The President Wants Your Ideas on Science and Technology
This post was contributed by Office of Non-Public Education. “The White House invites young scientists and innovators from across the country to submit ideas on important science, innovation, and technology issues and what the White House can do to help shape the future of science, discovery, and exploration. Kids can submit their input by Friday, […]
STREAM in Action: Living the STREAM Dream
This post was contributed by Patricia O’Donnell, M.Ed., M.S, principal at St. Patrick School in Malvern, Pennsylvania. St. Patrick School planned and implemented a STREAM unit based on the topic of water. The backbone of the unit is twofold; Catholic Social Teachings: To Care for God’s Creation and Pope Francis’ encyclical Laudato Si. From these […]
NCEA Monthly Feature School Video: Resurrection Catholic School
This post was contributed by Resurrection Catholic School in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Our school in the city of Lancaster, Pa., is a happy place to be. Our principal and teachers stress the basics of education giving students a strong foundation to ready them for the rigorous curriculum they will receive at Lancaster Catholic High School. […]
100 Verses and Prayers for Successful Leaders: Prayer Verse 9
This post was contributed by Annette Jones, NCEA Assistant Director of Leadership Development. – Rejoice in the Lord always. Again, I will say, rejoice! (Philippians 4:4) Today, celebrate the life that God has given you. Today put a smile on your face, kind words on your lips, and a song in your heart. Be generous […]
Weekly Round Up 05/26/16
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… Prayer Service: Closing of School Year St. Joseph Catholic School Monarch Butterfly Rescue Grant Program May Update […]
St. Joseph Catholic School Monarch Butterfly Rescue Grant Program May Update
This post was contributed by Ashley Davis, NCEA Monarch Grant Program Teacher Leader. It is May and we have started planting and transplanting in our garden! Before having Grace and going on maternity leave, I had the pleasure of meeting with a monarch pro. Her name is Kitty and she runs a huge monarch butterfly […]
