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New Washington School for Girls campus called ‘investment’ in future of students there
2+ hour, 51+ min ago (696+ words) Coming off their Christmas break Jan. 7, students at the Washington School for Girls in Southeast Washington, D.C., returned to classes at an expanded, state-of-the-art campus that has been called "an investment in the girls east of the river." "This is not…...
Changing world calls for new commitment to Catholic schools, pope says
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (804+ words) Catholic education, which has changed over the centuries, must continue to evolve to help young people face the challenges not only of technology but of confusion about the meaning and purpose of life, Pope Leo XIV said. "I call upon…...
Georgetown University names Eduardo Peñalver as next president
2+ mon, 4+ week ago (403+ words) WASHINGTON (OSV News) " Georgetown University's board of directors unanimously voted to name Eduardo M. Pe'alver, president of Seattle University, as the 49th president of Georgetown University in Washington, the Jesuit school announced Oct. 15. Pe'alver, also a Rhodes scholar and a former dean…...
Little Flower School named Maryland Blue Ribbon School; Holy Trinity School also nominated for national honor
2+ mon, 4+ week ago (426+ words) Little Flower School in Bethesda, Maryland, has been named a Maryland Blue Ribbon School for 20252026, one of seven schools recognized statewide for exceptional academic achievement and commitment to excellence. The honor follows the state's reinstatement of the Blue Ribbon program…...
Graduate of Catholic Charities’ Green Construction Program builds a new future
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (558+ words) For Lester Aviles, construction work has become more than just a way to earn a living. It has been a path toward stability, dignity and hope, one he discovered through Catholic Charities of Washington's Pre-Apprenticeship Green Construction Program. Aviles, 42, originally…...
With school choice tax credit, Catholic schools could rise, but challenges remain
4+ mon, 1+ week ago (1238+ words) Now for the not-so-good news: Considered only a partial victory by school choice advocates " the bill lacked universal state adoption measures, limits donation levels and is unclear about religious liberties " there's also the very real question of supply and demand....
At Opening of Schools Mass, Catholic educators encouraged to anchor work in Christ’s hope and rely on the Holy Spirit
4+ mon, 2+ week ago (747+ words) In his homily, Bishop Esposito reflected on the role of Catholic schools in forming not only minds but also hearts, particularly through fostering authentic relationships. He contrasted that vision of solidarity with a culture that often prizes individualism and isolation....
Catholic schools and educators honored for milestone anniversaries at Opening of Schools Mass
4+ mon, 2+ week ago (657+ words) At the Opening of Schools Mass for the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Washington on Aug. 25, 2025 at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, Catholic schools and educators and staff members were honored for milestone anniversaries. The following…...
St. Jane de Chantal honors retired principal, Betsy Hamilton, for sharing faith, fun and kindness with generations of students
5+ mon, 1+ week ago (1422+ words) During her longtime service as the principal at St. Jane de Chantal School in Bethesda, Betsy Hamilton liked to say, "The fun never stops at De Chantal." That motto could be seen on June 4, 2025 " two days before the last day…...
Avalon graduate who is entering seminary shaped by his foundation of faith at that school
7+ mon, 4+ day ago (310+ words) Although Peter Bronzi spent most of his elementary and high school years at the Avalon School, the three years he left to attend public school from seventh to ninth grade actually gave him the greatest appreciation he could ever imagine…...