Category: Parent Resources

Register for the Test for Admission into Catholic High Schools (TACHS)

https://catholicschoolsbq.org/2022/08/15/register-for-the-test-for-admission-into-catholic-high-schools-tachs/

Grade eight students who wish to attend a Catholic High School in Fall 2023 need to take the Test for Admission into Catholic High Schools (TACHS) on Saturday, November 5, 2022. REGISTER NOW Registration is open from August 22 to October 27, 2022 for the test on November 5th, 2022! For more information visit:

How the Bible Promotes Courage for Your Child

https://catholicschoolsbq.org/2022/08/12/how-the-bible-promotes-courage-for-your-child/

Young, impressionable children need role models that they can look to. Parents are a great place to start, and you can take it one step further by incorporating the Bible into your child’s life. In fact, there are many Bible verses — from Joshua 1:6-9 to Deuteronomy 31:6 — that promote courage for your child.

Learning to Express Generosity Towards Others

https://catholicschoolsbq.org/2022/07/22/learning-to-express-generosity-towards-others/

Generosity is one of the most valuable traits you can instill in your child. In times of need, those less fortunate can benefit from the assistance of others. Leviticus 19:9-10 says ‘When you reap the harvest of your land, do not reap to the very edges of your field or gather the gleanings of your harvest. Do not go over your vineyard a second time or pick up the grapes that have fallen. Leave them for the poor and the foreigner.” Here are some ways your child can learn to express generosity toward others.

Teaching Your Child About Forgiveness

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We all make mistakes. It’s a massive part of the human experience. Teaching your children about forgiveness in others, in turn, goes a long way. It’s a concept that incorporates many elements, including sympathy, empathy, and the overall understanding of others. Teaching your child about forgiveness will ultimately set them up for success later on in life.

Instilling Compassion in Your Child

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One of the most important values you can instill in your children is compassion. As your child navigates the world through school and play, they will come across various situations that test their character.

Incorporating the Bible Into Your Child’s Life

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At first, it may be hard for a child to understand the importance of God and the Bible, but easing them in can ensure a lifetime of good faith.

5 Ways Faith Can Help Teens Make More Responsible Life Choices

https://catholicschoolsbq.org/2022/05/20/5-ways-faith-can-help-teens-make-more-responsible-life-choices/

One of the most important values you can instill in your child is one of faith. Through the teachings of Christ and the belief in God, fostering faith-based values and relationships in your child can greatly impact their lives

5 Ways to Find the Right Catholic School for Your Child

https://catholicschoolsbq.org/2022/04/26/5-ways-to-find-the-right-catholic-school-for-your-child/

As a parent, you want what’s best for your child, and that begins with a high-quality Catholic education. Choosing a Catholic school is one of the best decisions that you can make for your child.

4 Ways to Celebrate Easter with Your Kids

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Easter isn’t just a religious holiday marking the resurrection of Jesus – it’s also an opportunity to learn about and grow within our Catholic faith together as families