The archdiocesan Office for Catholic Education will host the Distinguished Graduate Awards on Wednesday, March 18 at 6 p.m. at the Crystal Team Room at the Wanamaker Building, Broad and Juniper streets in center city Philadelphia.

One honoree is the Connolly Foundation, which is celebrating its 60th anniversary of supporting Catholic education and improving the quality of life in the Philadelphia region.

The other honoree is, collectively, all the religious sisters serving Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia who are committed to maintaining and instilling the highest values of a Catholic life.

To purchase tickets, reserve advertising space or become an event sponsor, visit the website for the event.