Connelly Foundation Funds Museum Trips for Catholic Schools Ahead of America’s 250th Anniversary
A new Connelly Foundation grant will provide one grade from each Catholic school in the Philadelphia region with a fully funded trip to the Museum of the American Revolution, offering students a meaningful way to mark the nation’s 250th anniversary.
Philadelphia Archdiocesan Schools to Operate on Flexible Instruction Day Jan. 28
High schools and parochial elementary school buildings in the City of Philadelphia will be closed Wednesday, Jan. 28, and will operate on a Flexible Instruction Day as severely inclement weather continues to impact the region.
Philadelphia Catholic Schools to Shift to Flexible Instruction Day Jan. 27
High schools and parochial elementary school buildings in the City of Philadelphia will be closed Tuesday, Jan. 27, and will operate on a Flexible Instruction Day due to severe weather over the weekend.
Archbishop Pérez Offers Message of Gratitude as Catholic Schools Week Begins
Archbishop Pérez shared a video message Jan. 25 for Catholic Schools Week, thanking educators, families, and supporters for their role in forming students in faith and community.
Buzzer-Beater Shot Lifts Judge Over Roman, Sets Up Postseason Tension
A Jan. 16 nailbiter between the two Catholic League powerhouses had its own excitement, thanks to Rocco Westfield’s 3-point heroics. But the game both recalls last year’s playoffs and anticipates this year’s.
Cancer Awareness Club Spreads Hope for Cancer Patients
Teachers and students at St. Hubert Catholic High School for Girls formed a club and exceeded their goal to raise money for families dealing with cancer treatments.
Catholic School Choirs Doubly Blessed in Christmas Competition
Notre Dame de Lourdes School in Swarthmore and Holy Innocents School in Philadelphia won a local radio station’s contest that garnered them thousands of dollars in prize money and an invaluable experience.
St. Elizabeth Honored as Only Catholic Blue Ribbon School in Pa.
The parish school in Chester Springs celebrated a “blue Christmas” with joy upon its recognition as an Exemplary High Performing School. The new state award replaces the federal awards cancelled after 43 years.
17 Catholic High School and Special Education Educators Honored for Long Service
Teachers and administrators marking 25 years of dedicated service, including one teacher celebrating his 50th year, will receive the Archdiocese of Philadelphia High School and Special Education Service Award.
Surprise Engagement Proposal at School Shows Couple’s Deep Catholic Roots
Ed Peterson shocked Ashley Dougherty – both teachers in Catholic grade schools – when he asked “Will you marry me?” in the presence of her young students. The couple (she accepted!) will join a long family line of Catholic educators.