At a time when the deficiencies of our education system have captured the attention of so many, public schools and our state’s education and political leaders may want to look towards the kind of innovative and faith based, values-infused instruction the Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of New York provide. Especially amidst the current open-enrollment [...]
In a letter to the Wall Street Journal, Superintendent Michael J. Deegan wrote: "...During this pandemic, our Catholic schools have become the envy of the nation and model to government schools on how to safely and effectively remain open in service to the educational community. As ... families recover from the pandemic’s effects, which have [...]
Some schools produced video tributes, such as St. Eugene Elementary School and Resurrection Grammar School, while many decorated bulletin boards with notes of gratitude including St. Peter School, Immaculate Heart of Mary School, and St. John the Baptist School. Principal Tracy Strub of Sacred Heart Grade School was decked out in a distinctive tiara and [...]
In a letter released today, Superintendent of Schools Michael J. Deegan wrote: Since September, the Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of New York have been open for in-person instruction thanks to the unwavering partnership of our parents and students with our devoted pastors, principals, and teachers. Your faithful commitment to our rigorous protocols has ensured [...]
In this live interview on Catholic Faith Network, Superintendent Michael J. Deegan discusses the recent outcome of two court cases, whereby the City of New York will reimburse Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of New York for mandated COVID-19 testing and other services. Click here to view this televised interview.
Each month, 100.7 WHUD and MVP Health Care are honoring High School and Middle School teachers who are making a difference during these difficult times! Here’s what students and parents say about Mr. Roach: WHUD should honor my fifth grade teacher Mr. Roach because he is awesome. Mr. Roach is new to St. Columba this year [...]
Agreement Follows Two Court Victories for the Schools. Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of New York will be reimbursed by the City of New York for the cost of Covid-19 testing services under an agreement reached on April 15, 2021. This agreement, which will also cover future costs associated with testing, comes after the Catholic [...]
After exhaustive efforts on many fronts, our schools will be receiving some financial relief as part of the American Rescue Plan legislation. This is just the beginning of a larger movement to ensure our students and families are treated equally in the eyes of the government. Click here to see this Daily News opinion piece by [...]
A letter from Superintendent Michael J. Deegan has been posted to our website today with important news about our students’ academic progress, new parent resources, and continued focus on health & safety. Our students have emerged outpacing their peers in growth as measured by the NWEA MAP assessments taken this past January. A new Parent [...]
Washington Post Opinion Contributing columnist Hugh Hewitt offered great advice this week to parents of elementary school children: "If you are getting a check, here’s the smart thing to do: Enroll your child in a private school." Mr. Hewitt goes on to say: "Find a school, do a deal, and enroll your children. Catholic schools [...]
