Let us pray that the use of the new technologies will not replace human relationships, will respect the dignity of the person, and will help us face the crises of our times.

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Australian study finds ‘lifelong benefits’ to Catholic education

A recent Australian study based on government data found that people who attended Catholic schools saw “lifelong benefits” across employment, health, and general life satisfaction.

Massive USDA program cuts hit some Catholic efforts to feed school kids

PHILADELPHIA (OSV News) — Several diocesan overseers of federally funded school meal programs told OSV News that Trump administration changes stand to leave some children’s plates empty, while potentially making surviving versions of the programs too burdensome to operate.

Catholic school expanding in Canton

CANTON, New York (WWNY) - After a Catholic school in Canton closed due to fewer students, a similar one opened. It’s doing well and ready to expand, giving the choice of a Catholic education once again in Canton.

Texas ‘School Choice’ Legislation Could Trigger Influx of Students to Catholic Schools

The legislation would create education savings accounts (ESAs) of about $10,893 per student — calculated as roughly 85% of what public schools receive per pupil — and allow home-schooling families to collect $2,000 per child.

Briar Cliff Invests $5 Million into Catholic Education

Briar Cliff University reaffirms the University’s dedication to Catholic education with a significant annual investment of $5 million through institutional and funded aid, including the Bishop Scholarship program, supported by the Diocese of Sioux City. This commitment underscores BCU’s mission to support students pursuing a faith-based education, ensuring accessibility and affordability for Catholic families.

Chilton Area Catholic School unveils 15,530 sq. ft. expansion - YouTube

US Bishops Respond to Trump Executive Order Designed to Eliminate Department of Education

The U.S. Conference of Bishops (USCCB) responded to the new order stating that it “does not take a position on the institutional structure of government agencies,” but “the Catholic Church teaches that parents are the primary educators of their children and should have the freedom and resources to choose an educational setting best suited for their child.”

Vaccines at Catholic school: Some parents question exemption policies

As cases of measles rise in Texas, the Archdiocese of San Antonio has noted a declining vaccination rate in some schools, and indicated that its vaccine policies will exceed the standards set by public school districts.

Catholic schools: competing with virtue

St. Paul writes in his first letter to the Corinthians, “Do you not know that the runners in the stadium all run in the race, but only one wins the prize? Run so as to win.” What does that mean for those of us who may not take first place? What do we have to show for the hours of hard work? Do we walk away devastated we did not achieve our goal? Or is there something more?