In a moment that underscored both continuity and renewal, educational leaders from across the Archdiocese of New York came together for their first systemwide meeting with Archbishop Hicks on May 4, 2026 in Yonkers New York, signaling a shared commitment to strengthening Catholic education through unity, mission, and faith. Click here to view the full [...]
Starting in 2027, the new Federal Scholarship Tax Credit will let taxpayers redirect up to $1,700 of their federal income taxes to nonprofit scholarship organizations that provide tuition assistance for students in Catholic schools. For example, a taxpayer owing $10,000 could direct $1,700 to scholarships instead of sending it to the federal government—directly helping families [...]
New Principal Appointed to Advance Mission of John Cardinal O’Connor School IRVINGTON, NY — The Superintendent of Schools Office for the Archdiocese of New York has appointed Mrs. Jennifer Iannazzo, M.Ed., as Principal of the John Cardinal O’Connor School, effective August 2026. Click here to view the full press release. Click here to view Mrs. Iannazzo's [...]
The Superintendent of Schools Office for the Archdiocese of New York today provided an update on its ongoing School Renewal Plan process, a faith-filled initiative aimed at sustaining and strengthening Catholic education across the archdiocese. Click here to view the press release. In a letter to pastors, principals, and school leaders, Sr. Mary Grace Walsh, [...]
Catholic Elementary Schools in Manhattan and the Bronx Open Tuesday, Feb. 24; Staten Island Schools Closed; Other Counties Follow Local District Schedules The Superintendent of Schools for the Archdiocese of New York announced a revision to the previously issued schedule for Tuesday, February 24, 2026. Catholic parish and regional elementary schools in Manhattan and the Bronx will [...]
In anticipation of severe winter weather and projected blizzard conditions, the Superintendent of Schools for the Archdiocese of New York has directed that all Catholic parish and regional elementary schools will be closed on Monday, February 23, 2026. The closure includes Catholic parish and regional schools located in Manhattan, the Bronx, Staten Island, and the [...]
News 12 Hudson Valley reports that Jasiah Jervis and brothers Adonis and Darius Ratliff have been selected to the 2026 McDonald’s All-American Game, the highest individual honor in high school basketball. Three players from Archbishop Stepinac High School in White Plains have reached one of the highest levels in high school basketball. Jasiah Jervis and [...]
Students from Catholic schools across the Archdiocese of New York have united to present A Spiritual Bouquet of Prayer and Love to Archbishop Ronald Hicks as he begins his ministry as the 11th Archbishop of New York. The bouquet includes thousands of prayers, acts of kindness, and personal sacrifices gathered from students and school communities [...]
Due to forecasted significant snowfall across the region, the Superintendent of Schools for the Archdiocese of New York has announced a systemwide closure of all Catholic parish and regional elementary schools in the Archdiocese of New York on Monday, January 26, 2026. This systemwide closure applies to Catholic elementary schools in Manhattan, the Bronx, Staten [...]
Dear Colleagues, Families, and Friends in Catholic Education, Wishing you a blessed and joyful Catholic Schools Week 2026 (click here to view this message in English and Spanish). Each time I visit one of our Catholic schools, I am deeply inspired by the life I see in action. Our schools are sacred spaces—places where Christ [...]
