Academic corner
Blog posts by Julie Gajewski
April 8
Preparing for Easter: Holy Week in Catholic Schools
Our Catholic schools deeply integrate Lent and Holy Week into their curriculum, preparing students for the joy of Easter. Lent involves reflection, prayer, and service. Holy Week vividly recounts Jesus' final days, with our parishes preparing for Palm Sunday, Holy Thursday, and Good Friday. During this time we foster faith, empathy, liturgical understanding, and community, connecting faith to our daily life. The solemnity of Holy Week makes the triumphant celebration of Christ's resurrection on Easter Sunday a profoundly meaningful and central aspect of a Catholic education. Wishing our school communities and families a blessed Easter season.
The Golden Apple Awards
The Diocese of Buffalo Department of Catholic Schools proudly seeks nominations for the Golden Apple Award to celebrate educators making a profound difference in the lives of their students. This award recognizes teachers who not only excel in faith-based instruction and continuously improve their practice but also achieve remarkable academic results. Ideal nominees inspire a love of learning through engaging and innovative teaching and actively contribute to a supportive school environment. Each school is invited to nominate one teacher who embodies these qualities. Three Golden Apple winners will be honored at an award ceremony on May 27th, one from the East, North and South regions. All nominations are due by Wednesday, April 23rd. Golden Apple Nomination Form: Nomination Form
Weekly Virtual Principal Meetings
Meeting Details:
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Day and Time: Wednesdays, 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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Platform: Microsoft Teams (link sent by Laurie)
Next Meeting: 4/9/25 - Topic to be determined.
