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Faith. Academics. Service. Let’s Celebrate Our Catholic Schools
Monday, Jan 30, 2012 – 10:05
Faith. Academics. Service. Let’s Celebrate Our Catholic Schools

This week, Catholic schools across the nation and in Pennsylvania are celebrating National Catholic School Week.  This one-week observance is an annual celebration of the important role that Catholic schools across the country play in …

School Choice: The Time Is Now
Thursday, Jan 12, 2012 – 11:45
School Choice: The Time Is Now

The recent announcements of the Blue Ribbon Commission in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia are truly painful.  As those of you who have been working to pass school choice know so well, vouchers and an increase to the …

Inaction on Voucher Program in PA House
Thursday, Dec 15, 2011 – 13:15
Inaction on Voucher Program in PA House

In the final days of their 2011 session, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives did not take up the issue of vouchers to the great disappointment of school choice proponents across the state.
Senate Bill 1, The …

Are Catholic Schools Academically Accountable?
Wednesday, Nov 16, 2011 – 11:51
Are Catholic Schools Academically Accountable?

Now that Senate Bill 1 has passed the Senate and been sent to the House Education Committee, Pennsylvanians are hearing false arguments from those opposed to giving parents the ability to choose the best school …

School Choice Rally Energizes Capitol
Tuesday, Nov 15, 2011 – 17:00
School Choice Rally Energizes Capitol

Nearly 50 Pennsylvania Catholic schools were represented at a rally in the Capitol Rotunda on Tuesday in support of school choice. Hundreds of students, teachers and school staff advocated for school choice legislation that includes …

Tell House Members: Act Now on School Choice!
Tuesday, Nov 15, 2011 – 10:29

Students and teachers from nearly 50 Pennsylvania Catholic schools are headed to Harrisburg RIGHT NOW  to rally in support of school choice. Click here to join in the chorus of voices by sending a clear …

Will School Choice Drain Resources from Public Schools?
Monday, Nov 14, 2011 – 14:07
Will School Choice Drain Resources from Public Schools?

Thousands of Catholic students attend public schools all over Pennsylvania. Supporting families in educating their children no matter where they go to school is part of our obligation to promote the common good.
School choice should …

Honey, We’re Home! Visit Reps While at District Offices This Week
Monday, Nov 7, 2011 – 14:39
Honey, We’re Home! Visit Reps While at District Offices This Week

Because tomorrow is Election Day, the state legislature is out of session. This means that your senators and representatives are working in their home district offices instead of in Harrisburg at the Capitol.
Given the status …

Around the Commonwealth: School Choice in Pennsylvania
Thursday, Oct 27, 2011 – 15:10
Around the Commonwealth: School Choice in Pennsylvania

Governor Corbett has introduced school choice as his top priority for the fall. Yesterday, Senate Bill 1 passed the Senate and is now headed to the House of Representatives for passage.  Send a message to …

Critical Vote on School Choice – Show Your Support
Wednesday, Jun 29, 2011 – 8:56
Critical Vote on School Choice – Show Your Support

Headlines across the state this morning suggest that a deal could be in the works to pass school choice before the General Assembly breaks for the summer. Time is of the essence. A big push …