I look forward each year to the end of January, when we observe National Catholic Schools Week. As a parish, we recognize the value of Catholic education and support our families and school in educating our young people so they can reach their full potential. We acknowledge the vital role of the school faculty, staff and volunteers in this effort. And we celebrate our students as they learn about their faith and the skills they need in the 21st century.
Please join us for our annual celebration of what makes education at St. Charles Borromeo Parish outstanding. Starting with 8:30am, Sunday Mass on January 31 we have a whole week of activities planned to show what our students are accomplishing and to celebrate the community we have built to educate tomorrow’s citizens and church leaders.
This year’s National Catholic Schools Week theme centers on community: “Catholic Schools: Communities of Faith, Knowledge and Service.” The theme highlights the fact that schools are not only communities themselves; they are also part of many other communities, including families, parishes, towns/cities and our country. The theme also focuses on key elements of Catholic education: faith development, academic excellence and dedication to service. These elements set Catholic schools apart from other educational options. They are why families make sacrifices to provide their children with a Catholic education.
I hope you will visit St. Charles Catholic School during National Catholic Schools Week to enjoy the students’ displays and learn about their faith development and community service projects. Please bring your friends and neighbors, particularly those who may be considering Catholic education for their children.
Our Catholic schools are part of our future as a church and a nation. May God bless them and all who contribute to the important work they do on behalf of the children of our parish and parishes across the country. I am grateful every day for the teachers, staff, board members, parents and volunteers who make our school a success. National Catholic Schools Week is a good time for all of us to thank them for their dedication and service.
Ann Lachowitzer, Principal
Catholic Schools Week January 31st - February 5th
We will celebrate the following daily themes.
• Sunday - In Our Parish
• Monday - In Our Community
• Tuesday - In Our Students
• Wednesday - In Our Nation (National Appreciation Day For Catholic Schools)
• Thursday - In Our Vocations
• Friday - In Our Faculty, Staff and Volunteers (Teacher Appreciation Day)
• Saturday - In Our Families