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In midst of pandemic, missionaries are still called to do God’s work, faithful hear

On the day in which faithful around the world were called to remember the works of those serving in mission territories, ...

Think of your blessings, Bishop preaches in Catholic Schools Mass video

Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., celebrated the annual Catholic Schools Mass via video recording this year, which was posted for viewing at midnight Oct. 15.

In person or online, open houses geared to give families the full high school experience

Catholic high schools in the Diocese of Trenton have been working diligently to ensure that their annual open houses – whether in person or online – convey a crucial message.

Bishop to celebrate Catholic Schools Mass via video available Oct. 15

Each fall for nearly 10 years, Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., has brought Catholic school students from around the Diocese together for the annual Catholic School Mass.

Annual Open House guide features Catholic high schools from around the Diocese

The October issue of The Monitor Magazine includes a High School Open House section highlighting Catholic secondary education in the Diocese of Trenton. The section arrives just in time as eighth-grade students begin the process of selecting their high school. 

Mater Dei seniors address U.N. panel to promote peace

Primatologist Jane Goodall has advice for young people wanting to make a change in the world: Ask yourself, “What am I passionate about?”  

Students, teachers optimistic for new school year

“Starting school in the midst of a pandemic is meaningful because we are all trying to make the best of this difficult situation,” said eighth-grader Alaina Staab, of St. Joan of Arc School, Marlton. 

CBA moves to online instruction after reported cases of COVID-19

Students of Christian Brothers Academy, Lincroft, have moved to an online-only learning platform after three students tested positive for COVID-19.

Donovan Catholic’s new athletic training facility opens with Bishop’s blessing

The days of weight training, strengthening and conditioning in the confined quarters under Donovan Catholic’s gym are a thing of the past. 

Pope prays for young people as school year begins amid pandemic

In a letter to people participating in a virtual Marian pilgrimage, Pope Francis offered words of encouragement to families struggling amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Villa Victoria’s math team garners top honor in national contest

When Ann Conway-Konzelman began the VIL²A BE²S math team in Villa Victoria Academy nearly 30 years ago, she did so with a specific vision in mind  ...

Sister McNamee, 'one of the giants in Catholic education,' dies at 89

Sister Catherine McNamee, a Sister of St. Joseph of Carondelet and longtime Catholic educational leader, died Aug. 30 at the age of 89.

Students begin returning to schools across Diocese

It was all smiles in St. Ann School as students, faculty and staff returned to school Sept. 1. 

Catholic schools, parishes help nonprofits collect school supplies for students in-need

Supplies such as pencils, pens, highlighters and notebooks have always been a sign that a new school year is around the corner. This year is no different – even if back to school is in-person, online or a hybrid of the two.

Update: Diocese's requirements for schools to begin in-person learning

As guidance from public health authorities continues to be refined about the return to in-person learning during COVID-19, the Diocese’s Department of Catholic Schools has issued an updated and detailed list of requirements for diocesan and parish Catholic schools in Burlington, Mercer, Monmouth and Ocean Counties.


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