Catholic Schools Week

Good afternoon Kristin,

Happy Catholic Schools Week! This year’s theme—United in Faith and Community—reminds us that what shapes our connection to each other is not only our academic preparation, but a profound commitment to faith and community. We are not merely institutions of learning; we provide environments where faith is nurtured, excellence is pursued, inclusivity is celebrated, and community is fostered.

This weekend, Archbishop Etienne will promulgate the parish families as they will come to be this summer. This will mark a milestone in Partners in the Gospel and moves us into the next phase of this strategic pastoral plan. While uncertainty remains, I believe this theme for Catholic Schools Week grounds this work by reminding us of our shared mission. It reminds us, not necessarily of the what or the why, but of the how.

Please join us for a special, 1-hour presentation on Thursday, with Cary Gabney, for a reflection and considerations as we begin Black History Month.

With gratitude,

NICHOLAS FORD | Superintendent

Office for Catholic Schools | Archdiocese of Seattle

OPERATIONS CALENDAR & MONTHLY TASK LIST

Click here & log into mycatholicschool.org

Principal Weekly Meetings

02/01/24- SPECIAL ONE HOUR SESSION- Black History Month Reflection with Mr. Cary Dabney

02/08/24- Pam Schwartz- Update: Safe Environment and Insurance Requirements

Upcoming Events

January 30, 2024

High School Leaders Meeting

Online 1-2:30pm

January 31, 2024

University of Chicago Loyola Educational Leadership & Instructional Coaching Information Night.

February 1, 2024

Principal Intent Forms Due

email to pam.schwartz@seattlearch.org

February 2, 2024

PD&C Day LAST DAY to register

Sessions are closed for registration at 3pm

February 7, 2024

Saint Martin's Virtual Educational Leadership Information Night

NWEA MAP Winter Testing PD

3-4pm

Online hosted by Katie Doyle - register to learn more about how to use Winter results effectively

February 8, 2024

Catholic School Night Basketball Game at Climate Pledge Arena. 7pm

February 9, 2024

PD&C Day 2024

Join us online at 8:30am for a Welcome Address from Nicholas Ford

MISSION & CATHOLIC IDENTITY

ACRE Assessment

The ACRE religion assessment window for all 5th and 8th graders in the Archdiocese of Seattle is scheduled for April 8-30 2024. Click here for directions on how to register.

WSCC Advocacy Bulletin

Please see this link for the January 26 WSCC Advocacy Bulletin.

GOVERNANCE & LEADERSHIP

Governance and Leadership Update: Week of 1/29/24

Reminders of important upcoming dates; Request for House Bill advocacy! Click here.

24-25 PACE Teacher Request Form

Updated link to request PACE teachers for the 24-25 school year is open. Questions, contact pace@up.edu. Deadline: Friday, February 23, 2024.

Educational Leadership Programs

Fulcrum Educational Leadership Grant opens this week. See link for more information and attend presentation at Thursday's Principal Meeting.

ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

Early Learning Newsletter

Weekly Newsletter will cover resources, professional development, upcoming meetings and more. Read more.

MAP Winter PD 3-4pm online

Join Katie Doyle online to discuss NWEA's MAP winter testing process, how to use reports and merits of using Winter data as formative assessments

PD&C Day Registration OPEN!

Please register for PD&C Day 2024 today - make sure to send the registration link to your staff or register them yourself!

Annual Progress Report Due 03/01

Check your email for a communication from Amy Edwards regarding the link to your individual school's progress report.

OPERATIONAL VITALITY

SAVE THE DATE...INCREDIBLE OPPORTUNITY...LATINO SUMMIT

National data suggests Latinos are both the fastest growing segment of the US Catholic Church and the most underserved by Catholic schools. On April 12 & 13th, we are hosting the Latino Summit with the team at the University of Notre Dame’s Catholic School Advantage-Latino Enrollment Institute to offer schools and parishes a framework to transform practices to attract and better serve Latino families. You will learn practical tips to embrace, educate, and empower Latino children, families, and community. Registration coming soon!

Financial Results through 11/30/23

John Sullivan is asking each School for Financial Results through 11/30/23 (five specific requests). For those who have not done so, please provide your results as soon as possible.

Student Tuition Spreadsheet

Most Principals create a spreadsheet that maps out each Student's Tuition from Gross to Net. It incorporates each source of financial aid or discount that the Student receives. John Sullivan is asking each Principal to share this with him.

Advancement (Admissions & Marketing) Track of PC & D Day...

There are TWO great sessions with Dr. Rick Newberry, President of Enrollment Catalyst. Register HERE.

Session One 9-10am: 50 Enrollment and Marketing Strategies in 50 Minutes

Session Two 10:30-11:30am: "Creating a Campus Visit Experience that Converts: From Routine to Remarkable"

RESOURCES

How Principals Affect Students & Schools. A Systemic Synthesis of Two Decades of Research.

Six Actions to Keep Moving Your School's Vision Forward