Risen From Ashes, New St. Francis of Assisi School Opens in Springfield
The primary building of the school was destroyed by fire almost two years ago. Archbishop Pérez blessed the new, $7 million building Sept. 1, rebuilt through the commitment of the parish community in Delaware County.
Faith and Data Fuel Milestone Year for Catholic Schools
This fall schools in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia will use new tools to help students succeed. Early in the new year the Catholic school system will celebrate 175 years since its founding by St. John Neumann.
St. Hubert Receives $1.5 Million Gift for Science Lab Renovations
St. Hubert Catholic High School for Girls has received a $1.5 million gift from The Howley Foundation to renovate its biology laboratories, strengthening STEM and healthcare education opportunities for students and supporting the school’s growing career-focused programs.
Archdiocesan Office of Catholic Education Announces HR Leadership Transition
The Office of Catholic Education announced Aug. 19 that longtime Human Resources Director James J. Molnar will transition to a part-time leadership development role Oct. 1 as Jessa Lodovici, a veteran Archdiocesan HR manager and Rising Stars Leadership Program graduate, prepares to succeed him.
Longtime Radio Anchor to Lead Young Women at Little Flower HS
Michelle Durham will move from behind the microphone at KYW Newsradio to the North Philadelphia high school and mold young women in the classroom and through the Klarich Center for Academic Excellence.
Dr. Allison Vinci Appointed Principal of Archbishop Carroll High School
Archbishop John Carroll High School has named longtime administrator Allison Vinci, Ed.D., as its next principal following more than two decades of service in academic and leadership roles at the Radnor school.
Archbishop Pérez Asks for Prayers Ahead of Days for Educators
Archbishop Pérez is asking all parishes to pray for Catholic school and religious education leaders ahead of the Aug. 25-27 Archbishop’s Days for Educators.
Archdiocesan High Schools, Teachers Union Ratify New Three-Year Contract
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia's Secondary School System and the Association of Catholic Teachers, Local 1776, have ratified a new three-year contract covering approximately 650 full-time lay teachers at 15 Archdiocesan high schools, effective Sept. 1, 2026.
James Meredith Named New President of Father Judge High School
Father Judge High School has named alumnus and veteran Catholic educator James D. Meredith, currently principal of Lansdale Catholic High School, as its next president, effective Aug. 17.
Sister of Mercy Sees ‘God’s Hand at Work’ Leading Her to Lead West Catholic Prep
Sister Danielle Gagnon brings her diverse experience in education, organizational leadership, and faith-filled service to her new role as president of the West Philadelphia archdiocesan high school.