In an era where Christian coaches and athletes often feel pressure to ignore or at least downplay their religious beliefs, Coach Joe Mazzulla of the Boston Celtics has proven to be a refreshing and welcomed anomaly...
By EMILY GRANT, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent - CRANSTON — Thousands of pieces of art lined the walls as students Immaculate Conception Catholic Regional School, or ICCRS, prepared for their second annual art show on May 22, but that was not the only exciting event happening that day. The students also prepared for a visit from Bishop Richard G. Henning. (Photo: Emily Grant)
By Laura Kilgus, Associate Editor - GREENVILLE — Encouragement, physical and emotional healing, relaxation, joy and companionship: There are an endless list of benefits that three-year-old Georgi, a playful and loving Cavachon therapy pup, brings the students of Saint Philip School on a given day. (PHOTO: Laura Kilgus)
Students from Mercymount Country Day School in Cumberland visited their neighbors at Mount St. Rita Health Centre to celebrate the Feast of St. Rita. Students joined the residents for Mass, shared prayer cards with the seniors and presented a statue of St. Rita with red roses. (Photo: Laura Kilgus)
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By Laura Kilgus, Associate Editor - PROVIDENCE — Spring was in the air for the celebration of Older American’s Month this past Thursday at St. Martin de Porres Senior Center in Providence. In a service initiative led by The Prout School freshmen, the youth prepared a lively spring picnic with music, games, raffles and fun for local seniors. (Photo: Laura Kilgus)
By Laura Kilgus, Associate Editor - PROVIDENCE — Boxes of tissues were passed around the St. Patrick Academy auditorium at the end of the school day as students, faculty and alumni offered their tearful thanks and emotional goodbyes to Bishop-elect James T. Ruggieri. Soon, he will make the move from Providence to Portland for his ordination as bishop, and he will do so with the spiritual support and love of this dedicated school family that he helped to nurture. (PHOTO: LAURA KILGUS)
By Emily Grant, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent - PAWTUCKET — On Thursday, April 4, students and families at Saint Teresa School in Pawtucket gathered for the school’s annual International Night. Organized by the International Club, the evening highlighted various countries chosen by the students who worked to create detailed informational displays, serve their favorite cultural foods and share the knowledge they learned about their chosen countries with visitors. (photo: Emily Grant)
By Cole DeSantis, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent - WARWICK — The annual School Choice Fair held on Sunday, Jan. 21 at the ballroom in the Crowne Plaza, was an event dedicated to raising awareness of the educational options that exist for parents in the state of Rhode Island. (PHOTO: COLE DESANTIS)
By EMILY GRANT, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent - EAST PROVIDENCE — In the heart of East Providence, the musical notes of dedication and talent resound through the halls of Sacred Heart School. During a recent visit to the school, Bishop Richard G. Henning had the privilege of experiencing the melodic prowess of the students from Sacred Heart School’s band, leaving him thoroughly impressed. (Photo: Emily Grant)
By RICK SNIZEK, Executive Editor - PROVIDENCE — The Catholic University of America has selected the Diocese of Providence to participate in a pilot accreditation program it has begun to assess Catholic schools across the country.
In November, I had the opportunity to attend a meeting with Governor Daniel McKee and his staff concerning his Learn365RI initiative. The Governor explained his deep concern for the young people of our state and outlined the post-covid challenges for education. While I was aware of these challenges in general, I was still shocked by the data the Governor presented. Far too many of the young people in our state have not fully returned to school following the pandemic...
Go out and teach all nations, Jesus tells us. This week is the national celebration of “Catholic Schools Week,” a week in which we draw our attention to the education of our children. Catholic education, after all, is everybody’s business...
