Two student athletes from Bishop Ford H.S., Park Slope, received notable awards at the school’s annual end of the year awards ceremony. Windsor Terrace resident Jill Conroy was named the Female Student Athlete of the Year. She also received the Congressional Recognition Award. Jill earned a full scholarship to play basketball at Holy Family University, […]
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Saviour Softball Star Mirrors Yanks’ Slugger
At first glance, seeing the name “Texeira” penciled into the cleanup spot in the St. Saviour H.S., Park Slope, varsity softball lineup might spark some confusion. “Wait a second, what is the New York Yankees’ first baseman doing playing high school softball?” you may wonder. But actually, the St. Saviour Pandas have their own version […]
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Joan Flynn Celebrates 50 Years Serving Brooklyn Diocese DeSales Media Group and The Tablet were proud to honor Joan Flynn for her 50 years of service to the diocese at a special luncheon for family, friends and colleagues at Michael’s Restaurant, Marine Park, on March 13. Among the guests were her former boss, Frank […]
38th Annual Irish-American Parade In Park Slope
Irish Catholic heritage was on display at the 38th annual Brooklyn Irish-American Parade in Park Slope on March 17. This year’s parade was dedicated to the memories of the 29 Irish Korean War Veterans, 341 Brooklyn Korean War Veterans and the late parade committee member John McDonagh. Festivities began with morning Mass, celebrated by retired […]
Catholic Schools Week – St. Joseph the Worker Academy Celebrates ‘Best Week of the Year’
by Marie Elena Giossi Last week was not the typical week at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Academy in Park Slope. Students attended school in pajamas instead of uniforms, donned wacky-looking hats and silly socks and even set aside a day to appreciate – yes, appreciate – their principal and teachers. Though unusual for every […]
CSW2013: St. Francis Xavier, Park Slope
Servant Hearts Grow in Park Slope Since 1914, St. Francis Xavier School in Park Slope has provided a faith-filled, value-centered Catholic education with high academic standards and expectations. We are accredited by the Middle States Association and offer a five-day nursery school as well as classes for pre-k-4 through grade eight. Parents have […]
Stars Come Out for Faith Film Festival
The NET conducted its annual Faith Film Festival at the Grand Prospect Hall, Park Slope. This season’s awards were presented to “Born In Goma,” Chris Carpenter, Best Documentary, Lighthouse Vision Award; “Women In Hats,” Brandi Brown, Best Screenplay, Lighthouse Award For Writing; “Are We Listening?” Andrew Sensenig, Best Educational Film, Lighthouse Faith Award; “The Jesus Picture” […]
Ford O-Line Thrives On Family Nature (with audio)
In the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio, only 52 of the 267 inductees are offensive linemen. Yet, without a strong O-line, a football team’s offense cannot function efficiently. Unfortunately, offensive linemen receive very little credit. It’s a thankless job but one that six young men from Bishop Ford H.S., Park Slope, have […]
Globetrotters’ Bully Pulpit
Known as the “Ambassadors of Goodwill,” the Harlem Globetrotters have combined an entertaining style of basketball with a broader community service mission for over 85 years. The Globetrotters brought their goodwill to Brooklyn on Sept. 18 by visiting Bishop Ford H.S., Park Slope, for an anti-bullying and violence prevention assembly. This event marked the first […]
Contest Raises Saviourites’ Awareness About Drunk Driving
Junior Olivia Boisrand and freshman Olivia Calamia of St. Saviour H.S., Park Slope, were the winners of an annual essay contest co-sponsored by their school and Duffy Funeral Home, Park Slope. The theme of the contest was the dangers of driving while intoxicated, which was established to raise students’ awareness about real-life issues. For the […]