The Archdiocese of New York’s Department of Education - Superintendent of Schools Office has undertaken a vital step to ensure its Catholic schools' future strength and sustainability. Sister Mary Grace Walsh, ASCJ, Ph.D., Superintendent of Schools, recently shared details about the ongoing School Viability Study, which is currently evaluating the health and vitality of the [...]
In a letter to employees on November 25, 2024, the Archbishop of New York, Cardinal Timothy Dolan, provided an update on pastoral ministry, including a new model for several archdiocesan pastoral offices. Sister Mary Grace Walsh, ACSJ, Ph.D., will continue in her current role as Superintendent of Schools, but now also assumes the role of [...]
The Catholic School Administrators Association of New York State (CSAANYS) has awarded Linda Dougherty, Associate Superintendent for Catholic Identity and Secondary Schools for the Archdiocese of New York, the prestigious 2024 Lighting the Fire for Catholic Education Award. The award was presented on October 18, 2024, at St. John’s University, recognizing Dougherty’s exemplary dedication, leadership, [...]
The annual Hispanic Day Mass at St. Patrick’s Cathedral is scheduled for Sunday, October 6 at 4 p.m. in commemoration of National Hispanic Heritage Month. The Office of Hispanic Ministry of the Archdiocese of New York organizes the annual Mass. The following Sunday, October 13, New York City’s Hispanic Day Parade (Desfile de la Hispanidad) [...]
Students in Catholic schools across Staten Island headed back to campus on Thursday for the 2024-2025 academic year, as parents dropped off supplies and kids met up with friends. At Sacred Heart School, West Brighton, emotions ran high. It was hard to tell if the students or parents were more anxious for the first day [...]
As the new school year begins in Catholic Schools in the Archdiocese of New York, Sr. Mary Grace Walsh, Superintendent of Schools, spoke with The Good Newsroom about this important day. She reminded us that teachers help to ensure children learn about our faith and thanked those who work at our schools. Click here [...]
As of July 1, 2024, the Department of Education within the Archdiocese of New York will once again operate the seven Partnership Schools located in the Bronx and in Harlem, which include: South Bronx: Immaculate Conception: 378 East 151st Street Sacred Heart: 1248 Nelson Avenue St. Athanasius: 830 Southern Blvd. Harlem: Mt. Carmel-Holy Rosary: 371 [...]
For since we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so, through Jesus, God will bring with him those who have fallen asleep. ~1 Thessalonians 4:14 Dear Catholic School Communities, As the joyous occasion of Easter approaches, I send my prayers and warmest greetings to each of you. Easter is a time of [...]
The Catholic School Community of the Archdiocese of New York deeply mourns the loss of Seán Sullivan, Associate Superintendent of Secondary Schools. Download the PDF announcement here. Seán’s career as a Catholic educator, administrator and coach spanned 47 years – nearly all of them at one storied institution, All Hallows High School in the [...]
Your encouragement and active participation play a crucial role in our students' achievements. Continue reading for inspiring tales of our NY Catholic Schools accomplishments! St. Theresa Welcomes Bishop and Superintendent for Fall Visit Bishop Edmund Whalen and Superintendent Sister Mary Grace Walsh, A.S.C.J., Ph.D., engage with students in a classroom visit This fall, St. [...]
