One of the most powerful ways we connect with God and strengthen our faith is through prayer. It brings us closer to understanding who we are as people, how we fit into the greater fabric of the world, and the central role that our relationship to God and faith play in our everyday lives.
Category: Parent Resources
Setting up 2021 Family Faith Goals
In a time when family has become even more central to our lives amidst the uncertainty of the pandemic, setting up family faith goals will help your household grow even stronger together through prayer.
Celebrating Christmas 2020 to the Fullest
An uncertain and frightening year has brought with it an opportunity to celebrate the holidays in a new light. The pandemic has affected each person differently, leaving the world with much to grieve, but also much for which to be thankful.
December Meditations to Feel Centered and Less Stressed in the New Year
Meditation is a wonderful and effective way to reconnect with your faith. In the quiet, relaxed state of meditation, your body and mind both have the opportunity to feel a centeredness that will encourage you to start each day with a positive attitude and determination
Happy Thanksgiving!
Dear Families, We have been blessed throughout previous academic years with families who understand the importance of our mission for Catholic Education and who are committed to working alongside us to accomplish these goals. This year, while unbelievably challenging, has demonstrated the level of commitment our families have to support the Catholic Academies and Parish… Continue reading Happy Thanksgiving!
Finding the Strength to Be Thankful in 2020
With just two months left of 2020, we reflect today on the months passed and are reminded of the many changes that we and our families, friends, and colleagues have undergone. In these unprecedented and frightening times, it may be difficult to find things to be grateful for this holiday season.
How to Strengthen Your Faith Through Prayer in Times of Uncertainty
In today’s world of living and teaching, our children are faced with a unique and unprecedented set of challenges as they navigate the early years of their lives at home and at school.
Catholic Schools in Brooklyn and Queens Will Remain Open 11/16/20
Catholic Schools in Brooklyn and Queens Will Remain Open The Superintendent of Catholic Schools for Brooklyn and Queens today has announced that all 69 schools and academies will remain open and continue to provide in-person learning, irrespective of any impending decision pertaining to the status of New York City public schools. Catholic schools in the… Continue reading Catholic Schools in Brooklyn and Queens Will Remain Open 11/16/20
Parent Letter – ensuring our guidelines for health and safety
Download a pdf of this letter Dear Catholic Academy and Parish School Families, Since September, our Catholic Academies and Parish Schools have been open and operating safely and efficiently. Thank you for your support in ensuring our guidelines for health and safety have been followed. Every person in our extended Catholic Academy and Parish… Continue reading Parent Letter – ensuring our guidelines for health and safety
How to Set Effective Goals for Your Child at Home and School
Children thrive in environments that foster learning, understanding, and exploration, and your relationship with them as a parent or guardian is there to give them the tools they need to succeed both personally and academically. One of the most important tools for your child to learn is goal setting