Lent is an invitation to look at ourselves and our choices, our attitudes and behaviors, and to seek new ways of living that will bring us the peace and wholeness for which we all yearn. Please know that all of us at NCEA are on this Lenten journey with you in prayer and spirit. May […]
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Catholic School Matters Top Five
Last week I wrapped up the Turnaround podcast series. I initially recorded 10 episodes but ended up adding three additional schools (All Saints in Omaha, St. Jerome’s in Maryland, and Mt. St. Mary HS in Oklahoma City) who contacted me to share their great stories. This week, I turn my attention to new Catholic schools. […]
WEEKLY ROUND UP 2/9/2018
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… February Public Policy Updates Four Key Research Findings on What Educators and Parents Think About Assessments Monthly […]
February Public Policy Updates
529 Education Savings Accounts and K-12 Education The recently passed 2017 Tax Cut and Jobs Act makes provision for families to use the 529 College Saving Plans that had been available solely for higher education expenses to be used now for tuition for students in grades k-12. Earnings on funds contributed to 529 accounts […]
Four Key Research Findings on What Educators and Parents Think About Assessments
One of the most common criticisms of accountability tests is that they force schools and teachers to narrow their curricula and “teach to the test,” thereby undermining a teacher’s ability to individualize instruction according to the needs of each student. However, high-quality, balanced assessment systems do just the opposite. They provide education stakeholders with the […]
Monthly Member Feature School: Cristo Rey Kansas City
Cristo Rey Kansas City is one of 32 schools in the Cristo Rey Network. We are a private, Catholic college preparatory high school that exclusively serves students with high economic need. We believe that what we are doing in urban cities across the United States is transforming our students, their families, and their communities. Rather […]
Technology Integration: It’s a Marathon, not a Sprint
If there is one thing I have learned, it is that every school is different. We each foster learning communities that meet the needs of our students, parents, and teachers. We are doing our very best to prepare our students to be leaders with integrity in the world that they will inherit. One important aspect […]
Webinar: Help After a Disaster for Private Non-Profits and Houses of Worship – Potential Sources of Financial Assistance
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Center for Faith-Based & Neighborhood Partnerships and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) invite you to participate in a webinar on Tuesday, February 13, 2018, to learn more about potential financial assistance options for private non-profits and houses of worship after a disaster. This webinar provides faith-based and non-profit […]
Catholic School Matters Top Five
This is Week 2 of the Turnaround Series. I had recorded 5 turnaround stories but last week I was contacted by two more schools who wanted to be included. So this week I’m presenting seven turnaround stories! The challenge to all our Catholic schools is to keep the momentum going after Catholic Schools Week. Keep […]
Celebrating Families
Parents, guardians and other family members play a vital role in Catholic education. Not only do they volunteer at the school, they instill values and expectations for academic excellence in their children at home. We acknowledge the role of families in Catholic education and celebrate their contributions to the success of our schools on the […]
