The following article is contributed by Tim Mueting, Religion Teacher at Roncalli Catholic High School. Ten years ago, the bishops of the United States agreed unanimously to mandate a Curriculum Framework for high school religion. Published in 2008, the Framework outlined six core courses and five elective courses. Though not texts, the courses were based on the […]
Back to School 2017
As we begin to welcome students back to school, it’s a stressful time for students, teachers, and principals. Parents? There is some stress, mixed with relief (see this video!). I should draw your attention to the most popular episode of the Catholic School Matters podcast I published last year: Advice from New Principals. It’s full of great […]
WEEKLY ROUND UP 8/18/17
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… Using Data to Inform Instructional Decisions The National Catholic Educational Association and Dr. Tim Uhl Partner to […]
Using Data to Inform Instructional Decisions
The Need: The Archdiocese of Hartford determined that in order to meet the diversity of students’ learning needs and learning styles, teachers needed to understand students’ academic strengths and deficiencies. This aided in their ability to design instructional practices to maximize students’ growth potential. Annually, the variety of assessments – standardized and teacher developed – […]
The National Catholic Educational Association and Dr. Tim Uhl Partner to Present “Catholic School Matters”
Podcast, blog and eNewsletter series offers insight from thought leaders in Catholic education The National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) is pleased to announce a unique partnership with Dr. Timothy Uhl, superintendent of Montana Catholic Schools, for the 2017 – 2018 school year. Dr. Uhl is the creator of “Catholic School Matters,” a weekly podcast, newsletter […]
What is an Edcamp?
The following article was contributed by Ryan Lombardozzi, NCEA Social Media Coordinator. What is an EdCamp? According to edutopia, Edcamps are: Free to all participants A free-flow of ideas and information about education, education technology and best practices for teachers An unconference model of sessions throughout the day for spontaneous topics, chats and activities The […]
Good news: Catholic schools “Catholicity” key to growing disciples of the faith
The following article is a re-post of Good news: Catholic schools “Catholicity” key to growing disciples of the faith by Rev. Dan Beeman, Special to The Catholic Virginian. While we often speak in the Church of the “New Evangelization” called forth by the last several popes, the Church has been alive with evangelization in the United […]
WEEKLY ROUND UP 8/11/17
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… NCEA Monthly Feature School: St. Agnes Academy in Houston, TX The Admissions Decision August Public Policy Updates […]
NCEA Monthly Feature School: St. Agnes Academy in Houston, TX
At St. Agnes Academy, we are driven and energized by our bold vision to provide a transformational experience for the young women of Houston, one where they develop tools and voices to change the world. Over the past 109 years, it has taken the time, talent, vision, dedication, creativity, and generosity of many to provide […]
The Admissions Decision
The following article was contributed by Patricia McGann, principal at Our Lady of Lourdes School in Bethesda, Maryland. I think we can all agree that the admissions process we employ when we are working with parents of children with special needs must be a process that is characterized by compassion and care. Can you imagine how […]
