St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Academy, in Central Falls, RI, has been selected to be part of the Two-Way Immersion Network for Catholic Schools (TWIN-CS). The program is an innovative school model that delivers the classroom curriculum in two languages, English and a well-represented minority language. More.
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Catholic Schools Week Parent’s Choice for the New Evangelization
Bishop Joseph P. McFadden, Chairman of the Committee on Catholic Education for the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
January 29, 2013
During Catholic Schools Week the Catholic community takes time to recognize and support parents in the fundamental and inalienable right to choose Catholic Schools to support the faith formation and excellent education for their children.
Catholic schools have a rich history in supporting the work of on-going evangelization of the Catholic community in the United States. For more than two centuries Catholic bishops, pastors and parents have educated children in parish and private schools with the intention of offering the life giving Word of the Gospel in an environment that shows respect for the human person, the virtues of good citizenship and academic excellence. This educational effort has been done without the aid or subsidies from state or federal monies but largely through the tenacious efforts of parents, pastors, principals and teachers. Based on public school per pupil cost, Catholic schools save the nation more than 20$ billion dollars a year. 99 % of Catholic High School students graduate each year. 84 % of those students go on to graduate from a four year college. The success of Catholic Schools is one of the Catholic Church’s best stories in the United States.
Our Catholic schools reach 2 million students nation-wide every day. It is a challenging education in an atmosphere where Jesus Christ is the center. In this Year of Faith it is important to remember that our Catholic schools are centers for the New Evangelization for families of a variety of socio-economic backgrounds and diverse cultures. 85 % of our students are Catholic. 15% of students are from non-Catholic families. 20% of students in Catholic schools are from diverse ethnic backgrounds. This helps create a rich environment for catechesis and cultural diversity. The unique atmosphere of our Catholic schools is a space and place where the New Evangelization can reach out to parents and children in a way that is respectful of the human person, presents the teachings of the Church, and supports family life.
During Catholic Schools Week we thank the 151,395 teachers in over 6,841 K through 12 schools for the witness of love and commitment to parents and young people. We thank parents who partner with Catholic Schools in the education of their children. We thank all those in the Catholic community who support Catholic schools .This important week reminds all of us that Catholic education is needed now more than ever to be that place “which gives life a new horizon and a decisive direction.”(Benedict XVI, Deus Caritas Est, 1)
Taken from “The Annual Statistical Report on Schools, Enrollment and Staffing; United States Catholic Elementary and Secondary Schools 2011-2012 published by National Catholic Educational Association
Catholic schools help learning disabled to excel
WESTERLY – More parents of students with learning disabilities are choosing Catholic schools to provide their children with a solid, values-based education that allows them to flourish academically, spiritually and socially in a safe environment and prepare for a successful future. More.
An educator who brings lessons to life for her students
MIDDLETOWN — April promises to be a banner month for All Saints Academy and science and history teacher Anita Brouse. More.
School safety is a top priority
PROVIDENCE – Safety remains a top priority for Catholic school administrators across the diocese who constantly strive to provide a secure environment for their staff and students despite the security challenges presented by a changing society. More
Rhode Island Catholic School Parent Federation holding annual Legislative Reception
The Rhode Island Catholic School Parent Federation will be holding its annual Legislative Reception for Members of the RI General Assembly on Thursday, January 31, 2013 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 PM p.m. in the State Room of the Rhode Island State House. Special Featured Presentation at 5:15 p.m. with Leslie Davis Hiner, Esquire, Vice President of Programs & State Relations, The Friedman Foundation for Educational Choice. The 2013 Inaugural FACE of School Choice Award will be presented to Hannah, Jack and David Coderre. This afternoon will also include Student Achievement Recognition Resolutions and Musical Performances. Beverages and hors d’oeuvres will be served. Kindly RSVP on or before January 24, 2013 to the Catholic School Office, 401.278.4550. More.
Thank you to Donnelly’s for sponsoring this event.
Diocese to bestow annual awards for service
PROVIDENCE — This spring, the Diocese of Providence will initiate an annual celebration honoring the contributions made to the Catholic Church by individuals, groups and organizations for their service. The proceeds from the event, to be held in May, will benefit Emmanuel House, the diocesan homeless shelter. More.
Creating irresistible schools
WARWICK — More than 800 Catholic educators from the Diocese of Providence came together for a daylong symposium at the Crowne Plaza on Friday, Dec. 14, to discuss the continued urgency to make Catholic schools irresistible to families. More.
Catholic schools celebrate Advent with generosity
PROVIDENCE — In preparation for the celebration of the birth of Jesus, Catholic schools began the season of Advent in a unique way. In the weeks leading up to Christmas, many young Catholics not only enjoy the customs of lighting candles and opening the doors of Advent calendars, they also reach out to those in need during this special season. More.
True Crusaders
Bishop Thomas J. Tobin is presented with a Prout School hockey jersey by seniors Justin Mateus, left, and Matt Peacock, both of whom play the position of center on the school’s hockey team, as Coach John Gaffney looks on at far left. More.