Becoming a superintendent is a humbling process and yet one that is immensely rewarding
Category: Governance and Leadership
Demystifying Leadership
How can Catholic school leaders create more sustainable systems and a clear direction for their schools so that the community becomes a self-sufficient and well-oiled machine?
National Standards for Catholic Education
What are the NSBECS, and how can a school or diocese use them?
The Heartbeat of the Catholic Church is Catholic Schools – The Heartbeat of Catholic Schools is the Principal
Written by Anthony G. Sahadi, principal, Saint Ann Catholic School, Diocese of Arlington, [email protected] “The Heartbeat of the Catholic Church is Catholic Schools.” In the summer of 2003, I attended a Catholic school conference sponsored by the University of Notre Dame. This inspiring quote was shown to us on our first day. This August, as […]
Teacher Researchers: Creating an Evidence-Generating Culture Through Growth, Renewal, & Evaluation
Creating an evidence-generating culture among educators in our school—instead of living out evidence-based teaching—is doable within the context of our existing process for teacher Growth, Renewal, & Evaluation (GRE).
Inspired Leadership Model for the Future
Catholic schools in our country continue to evolve as we gain understanding of how students learn, study best practices for classroom instruction and seek financial stability by creating new models of leadership and governance.
Do You Know What You Need to Know?
The Twenty-Second Annual Education Law Symposium will explore current legal cases and decisions and as well as offer timely insights into the latest legislative developments that impact Catholic schools and several additional topics that deal with everyday practical issues facing educators.
2023-2024 Annual Statistical Report on Schools, Enrollment and Staffing
Amidst societal upheaval and educational instability, Catholic schools have emerged as beacons of stability, reversing years of enrollment decline. Faced with challenges such as technological shifts, demographic changes and the pandemic’s impact, these institutions have adapted strategically. This resilience underscores their enduring commitment to providing a grounded, faith-based education in a world that often seems in flux.
Educational Leadership: Weathering the Storm
To weather the storm in which most leaders find themselves, a new way of seeing, thinking and leading needs to be embraced to equip leaders with the challenges they face.
Weaving a Richer Tapestry: Inviting, Welcoming, and Supporting Teachers of Color in Catholic Schools
We’ve learned that intentional, relationship-centered efforts can attract and invite promising candidates of color to consider a vocation in Catholic education.