Back to School 2014 – On Premises Custom Drapery

On Premises Custom Drapery and Carpet Cleaning Service offers onsite services to clean drapes and stage hangings, servicing schools and churches. For more information, call 516-678-2425 or email onpremises@gmail.com.

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 – Futures in Education

The mission of Futures in Education is to ensure that the gift of an excellent Catholic education continues to be a viable option for current and future generations of deserving students in Brooklyn and Queens. We provide assistance to the neediest of those students through endowment funds and fundraising programs. For more information, visit www.futuresineducation.org.

Back to School 2014 – Fidelis Care Offers 5 Simple Strategies for School Success

As summer break comes to a close and the school bell rings again, there is more to think about than shopping for school supplies. All children need yearly physicals and up-to-date vaccines, and that’s just the beginning. Fidelis Care’s Chief Medical Officer Dr. Sanjiv Shah, offers some tips to help set your child up for […]

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 […]