Diocesan News
Back to School 2014 – St. Patrick, St. Anselm, Holy Angels Catholic Academies
Visit Saint Patrick Catholic Academy at www.stpatrickca.org Visit Saint Anselm Catholic Academy at www.sacany.org Visit Holy Angels Catholic Academy at www.holyangelsbayridge.org
Back to School 2014 – Take the Next Step at St. Joseph’s College
St. Joseph’s College offers a top-tier education at an affordable cost for students entering for high school, transfer college students and those looking for career advancement. St. Joseph’s consistently ranks among the nation’s best four-year private colleges because it supports stellar academics, flexible schedules, expert professors, innovative programs – and one of the lowest tuition […]
Back to School 2014 – Introduction: Mind, Body and Spirit
By Dr. Thomas Chadzutko, Diocesan Superintendent of Schools Recently, Pope Francis addressed the importance of Catholic education. In his address, Pope Francis stressed that Catholic schools are places that develop the whole child: mind, body and spirit. Pope Francis went on to state that Catholic schools give students hope and optimism – all centered in […]
Back to School 2014: Facts on Catholic Education in Brooklyn and Queens
There are 87 elementary academies and schools within the diocese: • 42 Catholic academies • 42 parish schools • Three religious congregational or private institutions. 90 percent of elementary academies and schools offer Pre-K-4. 83 percent of elementary academies and schools offer Pre-K-3. 37 percent of elementary academies and schools offer programs for toddlers. 22 […]
New School Year Brings New Beginnings, Principals
By Barbara McArdle With the start of the 2014-2015 school year, newly appointed principals are preparing to meet their school communities and to assume the diverse and challenging role of leadership within the Diocese of Brooklyn. New principals, or those who are new to the Diocese of Brooklyn, are required to participate in the St. […]
Back to School 2014 – Academic Calendar for Elementary Schools
2014 SEPTEMBER (21 days: 20 instructional days + 1 professional day) 02 Tuesday – Schools Open – Professional Day and Local Liturgies for School Staff 03 Wednesday – Schools Open – First day of classes for students 21 Sunday – Catechetical Sunday 26 Friday – Catholic Schools Night at Citi Field OCTOBER (22 days) 09 Thursday – Rosary Rally […]
Back to School 2014 – 42 Schools Transition to Academies
By Brother Ralph Darmento, F.S.C. The 2014-2015 academic year marks the beginning of the sixth year for the implementation of Preserving the Vision, the strategic planning process for Catholic education within the diocese. This new year will see 42 Catholic academies thriving under the two-tier governance model composed of a Board of Members (Moderator of […]
Back to School 2014 – OLBS Promotes a Lifetime of Learning
Making the decision to send a child to a Catholic School is a very important decision. The mission of Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament School, Bayside, is to establish a learning environment where students are inspired to be lifelong learners, to embrace Catholic values, to be active members of the community and the Church […]
Back to School 2014 – Future Leaders Shine at Mary, Queen of Heaven
Mary, Queen of Heaven School has educated the children of Mill Basin for over 65 years, with emphasis on educating the whole child – academically, spiritually and socially – in preparation for their future role as citizens in a diverse society. The faculty and staff are dedicated to maintaining a Christian atmosphere of respect, love […]