$20K grant helps Catholic preschool teach tots to read for life
Thanks to a grant from the Archdiocesan Educational Fund, Casa del Carmen Preschool Academy is expanding its education of young children, and their parents, knowing that literacy "breaks the cycle of poverty."
At-risk adults help kids in need by stuffing their stockings with gifts
More than 100 clients of archdiocesan Catholic Social Services programs prepared gifts for the Archbishop's Benefit for Children. The project was a way for those being helped to help others.
Backpacks are a blessing at Casa del Carmen preschool
The agency of archdiocesan Catholic Social Services in North Philadelphia got its 73 3- and 5-year-old learners ready for the new school year with a blessing led by the pastor of St. William Parish.
Casa del Carmen preschool kids are blessed for success
The top-ranked academy, part of archdiocesan Catholic Social Services, gave students free backpacks filled with supplies and prayers for the new year. Area parishes rely on the partnerships CSS provides.
St. Edmond’s Home for Children wraps up summer in style
The summer tradition at the Catholic Social Services facility in Rosemont for youth with profound physical and intellectual disabilities capped eight weeks of fun with Mass and a cookout on Aug. 16.
Moms-to-be get a budget bump at Casa del Carmen baby shower
Some 120 pregnant women and their families gathered for baby goods and information at a Northeast Philadelphia parish. Typically held quarterly at Casa's location, the July 14 event was the first at a parish.
Little learners, big goals at Casa del Carmen Preschool Academy
The school graduated its largest class ever in a June 22 ceremony at Holy Innocents Parish. The top-rated learning center provides culturally responsive education that prepares kids for kindergarten.
Little learners, big accomplishments at Catholic Social Services preschool
More than 50 students received their diplomas from the Casa del Carmen Preschool Academy in a June 22 ceremony at Holy Innocents Parish. The top-rated learning center provides culturally responsive education that prepares kids for kindergarten.
Cute, yes, but little ones gain serious skills at Casa del Carmen
Parents of the 5-year-olds who graduated from the Catholic Social Service agency's preschool June 20 know their kids are better prepared academically and socially, with more confidence, thanks to the program.
St. Edmond’s marks 100 years of offering special care
The home began in West Philadelphia in 1916 to care for child victims of polio. Today the facility continues that mission for young people in fragile health who, through the staff and dedicated volunteers, receive 24/7 care.