The National Catholic Educational Association, since 1974, annually celebrates the many facets of Catholic education in the U.S. with National Catholic Schools Week. This year’s theme for the commemoration is “Catholic Schools: Communities of Faith, Knowledge and Service.”
On its website, www.ncea.org, the National Catholic Educational Association provides the following daily themes for National Catholic Schools Week. Students, teachers, administrators and parents are invited to incorporate these themes into activities and prayers.
Sunday: “In Our Parish”
Catholic schools benefit all year long from the religious guidance, prayers and support parishes provide.
Monday: “In Our Community”
A central aspect of Catholic education is learning the importance of service to others.
Tuesday: “Celebrating Your Students”
Plan enjoyable and meaningful activities for students and recognize their accomplishments.
Wednesday: “Celebrating the Nation”
On National Appreciation Day for Catholic Schools, students, families, educators and other Catholic school supporters communicate the value of Catholic education to government leaders.
Thursday: “Celebrating Vocations”
Catholic schools prepare children to use their God-given talents to the fullest later in life — by answering the call to a religious vocation or sacramental marriage, or pursuing a career that makes the world a better place.
Friday: “Celebrating Faculty, Staff and Volunteers”
Schools will honor teachers, principals, administrators, staff, alumni, parishioners and board members who provide volunteer service.
Saturday: “Celebrating Families”
Parents, guardians and other family members instill values and expectations for academic excellence in their children at home.
