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COVID funding to help bridge ‘digital divide’ in schools

For students across the nation, the pandemic has highlighted what has been dubbed the “digital divide” – the technology gap experienced by those who either do not have access to the internet from home or do not have a device with which to connect to attend virtual classes.
Bright Futures Ahead

Catholic schools throughout the Diocese of Trenton held in-person, socially distanced outdoor graduations throughout July as COVID-19 restrictions allowed for larger gatherings.
Back to school plans take shape as COVID-19 data, recommendations shift daily

As students return to classes this fall, the coronavirus has undoubtedly changed what that experience will look like, making this annual reunion one of unprecedented transformation.
Pandemic offers opportunity of ‘renaissance’ for Catholic education

Safety and health are of utmost concern for staff and students returning to classrooms across the globe during the pandemic, whether in a...
Greetings from new diocesan Catholic schools superintendent

I am so very happy to introduce myself. My name is Vincent de Paul Schmidt, and I am honored to have been named the superintendent of Catholic schools for the Diocese of Trenton by Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M.
Families stay positive as they keep close eye on school reopening plans

As Catholic schools around the Diocese continue to plan for the 2020-2021 academic year, parents are faced with a lengthy list of questions, considerations and concerns about what to...
Mater Dei Prep students encourage all to wear face masks in new video

Mater Dei Prep students have helped produce a video to encourage all to wear face masks ...
Parish, school choirs uniting in song despite physical distance

Quarantine precautions may be preventing vocalists and instrumentalists from worshiping through music in church, but their...
UPDATE: School leaders working on plans for students in Diocese to return to classroom

Work is progressing on a plan to return the Diocese’s Catholic school students and faculty to the classrooms this September in a way that ensures optimal health and safety for all.
2020 Graduation: Class of Resilience

The annual graduation section featured in the June issue of The Monitor Magazine pays tribute to the young women and men from around the Diocese who received diplomas during the unprecedented times of the coronavirus pandemic.
Catholic leaders seek inclusion of nonpublic schools in next phase of COVID-19 funding

With federal aid on the line, Catholics are being urged to contact congressional leaders on nonpublic school funding.
Senior athletes find acceptance through faith with spring sports season canceled

The Donovan Catholic softball team had seven seniors returning from a 30-2 team that won the 2019 Tournament Champions. Red Bank Catholic senior Tyler Birnbaum was ready to show the baseball team he could be a front line pitcher this season.
Associate superintendent proud to have had impact on Catholic schools in diocese

When Dr. Margaret Boland looks back on her career in education, she admits that she has been blessed.
Retiring superintendent of Catholic schools reminisces on 40 years in education

JoAnn Tier can recount dozens of heartfelt moments from working in Catholic education for 34 years.
Class of 2020: A tribute to this year's graduates

High school seniors and eighth-graders, after several months in virtual classrooms, celebrated their graduations in new and creative ways in May and June to accommodate coronavirus limitations.
Closing Willingboro, Maple Shade schools leave lasting legacies

June is bringing the closure of two elementary schools in the Diocese of Trenton, but their legacies will live on in the good works, faith-based learning and friendships fostered over the years.
Pandemic leads to many teaching moments for 2020 graduates

When students of the Class of 2020 pictured their graduation year, it included class trips, traditional senior proms, and final sports seasons. Eighth-graders looked forward to school dances, play performances and saying goodbye to teachers they’ve known for nine years or more – anything but what has transpired since March.
A salute to the graduates of the Class of 2020

This school year has been filled with unanticipated experiences and a discontinuation of all that was routine. Many milestones that define the rites of passage of senior year were not to materialize.
Class of 2020 departs with creativity, faith

As graduation for the Class of 2020 neared, educators and administrators planning farewells for Catholic school students around the Diocese had much to consider, with COVID-19 restrictions still in place.
Senior service projects transcend social isolation, pandemic

The long-standing tradition of Catholic school students performing service projects as their school year draws to a close may have been impacted by the coronavirus pandemic, but resourceful seniors and their teachers didn’t let current circumstances change that expression of faith.
Graduates reflect on their unconventional graduation year

“I have been inspired by the creativity and adaptability of people during this crisis, in my own communities and on a broader scale.”
St. Leo the Great School earns National School of Character status

St. Leo the Great School, Lincroft, has been named a 2020 National School of Character, making it the first school in the Diocese of Trenton to earn the distinction.
Notre Dame to host virtual spring arts festival May 28

The Performing and Visual Arts Department in Notre Dame High School, Lawrenceville, will hold a virtual spring arts festival May 28 starting at 6 p.m.
With faith, future looks bright, Bishop preaches in Baccalaureate Mass homily

Students in Catholic high schools across the Diocese may be experiencing graduation season in a new way this year, but one thing will remain constant – the words of comfort, faith and wisdom they will hear from Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M.
Update: New Jersey's faithful make voices heard on bill that would cut benefits to Catholic schools

Catholic leaders expressed deep reservations about a new bill restricting funds for Catholic schools.

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The Diocese of Trenton is committed to the initiatives outlined in the U.S. Bishop’s Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People in regard to the reporting and investigation of sexual abuse allegations involving minors.

If you have been sexually abused as a minor by a member of the clergy or anyone representing the Catholic Church, or if you know of someone who was, you can report that abuse through the diocesan Abuse Hotline.

To report the sexual abuse of minors call our hotline 1-888-296-2965 or email us at abuseline@dioceseoftrenton.org

Please note: The Diocese of Trenton reports any allegations of sexual abuse to the appropriate law enforcement agencies. Anyone with an allegation is also encouraged to provide that information to local law enforcement authorities.