Last week, I toured 8 Native American Catholic schools in Montana and South Dakota. It strikes me as exceptionally appropriate to study these schools in these turbulent times. First, the number of Indian Catholic schools have plummeted to around 24 from a high of over 100 at one time. Second, Native American Catholics have suffered […]
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Disney animator credits Catholic schools with foundation for his success
The following is a re-post of Disney animator credits Catholic schools with foundation for his success by Joanne Fox. Ron Clements is a renowned animator, screenwriter and producer-director of award-winning Disney films, including the 2017 blockbuster “Moana.” But at heart, he will always be a Midwesterner and grateful for his Catholic education, he told students at […]
WEEKLY ROUND UP 9/21/2018
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… St. Francis Xavier School Donates School Supplies To Empower Children Across The Globe Using BUNCEE to Transform […]
St. Francis Xavier School Donates School Supplies To Empower Children Across The Globe
The following article a re-post of St. Francis Xavier School Donates School Supplies To Empower Children Across The Globe by Sara Kraft. “When I was growing up, my parents struggled to afford school fees and school supplies,” explained George Ballah, janitor at St. Francis Xavier School in St. Joseph since 2016. George is originally from Liberia. “They […]
Using BUNCEE to Transform Education at the Bridgeport Diocese!
The following is re-post of Using BUNCEE to Transform Education at the Bridgeport Diocese! The Diocese of Bridgeport Catholic Schools (Fairfield County, CT), is transforming the paradigm of Catholic education. This requires a bold change in the way that we look at instruction, assessment and the classroom environment. Our personalized learning initiative will begin with the […]
Everyone deserves a Catholic education, regardless of means
The following article is a re-post of Everyone deserves a Catholic education, regardless of means by Annemarie Scobey. Helping young people become followers of Christ means making Catholic education accessible to all. “Why do you send your boys to a Catholic school?” my sons’ pediatrician asked, looking at the St. Monica school sweatshirts and uniform pants my […]
NCEA 2019 Social Media Influencers Announced!
We are pleased to announce the eight participants of the Send A Teacher to NCEA 2019 Convention & Expo in Chicago Social Media Influencer Contest! Beginning Monday, September 24, NCEA will follow the progress of the following eight individuals as they make their mark in the social realm of Catholic education. NCEA will provide a topic (provided below) for each week and […]
Catholic School Matters Top 5
I know that the current abuse/leadership crisis is sucking all the oxygen out of the room. If you want to learn more, I recommend this podcast, these resources from Bishop Barron, and this reflection from Archbishop Gomez. But we need to turn our attention to issues and events surrounding Catholic schools in order to improve […]
WEEKLY ROUND UP 9/14/2018
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… #WeAreOneDay Three Reasons Savvy Leaders Prioritize Formative Instructional Practices The Kids Who Watched Catholic School Matters eNewsletter […]
#WeAreOneDay
HOW DO WE FIGHT HATE? WITH UNDERSTANDING. We live in uncharted times. With hate emboldened and on the rise in our everyday lives, what can we do to turn the tide on hate, bigotry, and bias? We can try to understand each other better. On October 1, 2018, we’ll come together in our neighborhoods, schools, […]
