Thursday, January 24, 2013
The week-long observance at the Forest Hills school includes a number of activities and special events for the school, parish and community.
Though Catholic Schools Week is an annual tradition in parochial schools nationwide, for East Catholic School in Forest Hills this time will be special. The reason: It is the first year for the school and the first opportunity to share what's been happening the last five months with the parishes that support the school—and the communities East Catholic serves. The theme of this year's national Catholic Schools Week—Jan. 27 to Feb. 2—is "Catholic Schools Raise the Standards." The theme highlights the recent launch of a new initiative, the National Standards and Benchmarks for Effective Catholic Elementary and Secondary Schools, to ensure consistent high standards at Catholic schools across the country. However, because East Catholic is a …
Friday, August 31, 2012
The diocese is funded by a share of collections from its parishes—including St. Maurice in Forest Hills and Word of God in Swissvale.
The Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh is laying off workers to avoid a $2.3 million deficit for the 2012-13 fiscal year, according to WTAE. Twenty-five full-time positions and eight part-time jobs were eliminated, Bishop David Zubik announced Thursday. A diocesan spokesman said $1 million had been saved by 15 employees who retired, resigned or were reassigned, WTAE reports. Zubik said the decisions weren't easy, but were done with "professionalism, precision and care." "And with the clear understanding that we are first and foremost a church, not a corporation trying to build an attractive bottom line," he said. Income is projected to be $21 million this year—the diocesan budget for 2011-2012 was $23.2 million. The diocese is funded by a…
Monday, February 6, 2012
Check out a few scenes from the celebrations.
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Monday, February 6, 2012
Word of God School in Swissvale celebrated Catholic Schools Week last week with several different themed days, including Dr. Seuss Day. Check out these photos from the week.
Friday, January 20, 2012
This event is held in conjunction with Catholic Schools Week.
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Friday, January 20, 2012
As part of Catholic Schools Week activities, St. Maurice School is inviting all children ages four and five who are ready to begin kindergarten or first grade in August 2012 for a “Winter Picnic with Frosty Friends" Feb. 3. Pack your blanket, bring your favorite winter stuffed animal and enjoy a winter picnic. Get ready for a winter story time with singing, thinking, playing and some cool winter crafts. Children ages two and a half through five are invited along with a parent or guardian to come to the “Winter Picnic with Frosty Friends Story time” at St. Maurice Cafeteria. Registration is required by calling the St. Maurice School office at 412-351-5403 during school hours (8:30 am until 2:00 pm). The last day for registration is Jan. 30.
