Catholic schools continue to outshine public schools in student achievement in mathematics and reading scores The most trusted independent measure of student achievement, the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), released its findings for the nation and all 50 states, as well as results for 21 urban school districts participating in NAEP’s Trial Urban District […]
Category: Proclaim
Momentum is now Digital!
You asked for it and we made it happen: NCEA is pleased to announce that Momentum is now available for online reading! Members are now able to view Momentum as soon as it is available. The interactive platform is optimized to adapt to whatever device you are using including computers, tablets and smart phones. Click […]
Green Ribbon Schools Application Period Open
The U.S. Department of Education has announced that State Education Agencies are now invited to nominate schools for the 2016 U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon Schools program: The aim of U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon Schools (ED-GRS) is to inspire schools, districts and Institutions of Higher Education (IHEs) to strive for 21st century […]
Mercy: The Abundant Compassion of God
Francis has proclaimed an Extraordinary Jubilee Year of Mercy beginning December 8, 2015 extending to November 20, 2016, the Feast of Christ the King. From the beginning of his papacy, the Holy Father has focused much of his writing and preaching on the Church’s mission to proclaim and practice compassion and mercy: “The Church’s very […]
Reverence and Excellence: The Role of Faith and Learning in Society
The keynote speaker of the NCEA 2015 Catholic Leadership Summit was David Coleman, President and CEO of The College Board. Coleman discussed the unique, enduring contributions made by institutions of faith and learning to our society. In his work, Coleman has been conscious of the role of Catholic schools as religious-based learning institutions and works […]
Strengthening the Spiritual Leadership Role of Diocesan School Leaders
If one truly understand the incarnation, there really is no such thing as a secular subject. All learning is, at is core, a source of holiness.” – Reverend Ron Nuzzi, Ph.D. An excerpt from the presentation “Strengthening the Spiritual Leadership Role of Diocesan School Leaders: Modeling and Measuring Catholic Identity” at the NCEA 2015 Catholic […]
THE NATIONAL CATHOLIC EDUCATIONAL ASSOCIATION GATHERS DIOCESAN SCHOOL LEADERS IN ATLANTA FOR THE 2015 NCEA CATHOLIC LEADERSHIP SUMMIT
Archbishop Wilton Gregory and the Archdiocese of Atlanta welcome Catholic school superintendents, assistant superintendents and directors to renew the legacy of Catholic education For Catholic school superintendents, assistant superintendents and directors time away from their busy offices will be time well spent as they take advantage of three days of professional development offered by the […]
Catholic Schools: A Blessing Undisguised
The following op-ed piece was prepared by Most Reverend George J. Lucas, Archbishop of Omaha, NE, and Chairman of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Committee on Catholic Education and Most Reverend George V. Murry, Bishop of Youngstown, OH, and Chairman of the National Catholic Educational Association Board of Directors, in response to the Papal visit […]
What Deserving Teacher Do You Think Should Be Sent To NCEA 2016? – The Elite Eight
NCEA is sending a deserving teacher to NCEA 2016 Convention and Expo. Live voting is now open on the NCEA Facebook page. Like our page and vote for your favorites. Send a Teacher to NCEA 2016 in San Diego is down to its Elite Eight. Need help deciding? Here are reasons why others think you […]
#PopeinDC: A Reflection
The following post is a reflection contibuted by Andrea Kopp, Manager of Educational Resources at NCEA. “My new position at NCEA has sparked my relocation to the DC area. As someone who has grown up in Florida beach towns, the atmosphere and culture in this area is very different. While several NCEA staffers were blessed […]
