Part of the Keynote Series, this book examines catechesis, which is the proclamation and teaching of Catholic doctrine. Among the book's uses are: (1) a resource in preservice information programs for Catholic school teachers; (2) graduate preparation of Catholic school administrators; (3) a resource for teacher in-service and boards of education;…

This booklet is designed to assist Catholic elementary school principals in planning for the orientation of new teachers. A general framework describes orientation in the context of staff development and new teacher orientation. It is suggested that, before school opens, workshops for the new, and then the total, faculty be given, focusing on…

This document reports a study which dealt principally with research activity under way in the education departments of the Commonwealth and the states, in the university schools of education and departments of psychology, in the schools of education of the colleges of advanced education, in the teachers colleges, and in the special units of the…

This book includes the observations of educational leaders and classroom teachers within religious institutions recognized as pioneers in implementing a teacher preparation model that has prepared thousands of Catholic school teachers nationwide. It is based on a study that interviewed 60 women religious belonging to 12 religious institutions that…

Relates program preferences of Catholic school teachers regarding in-service training. Cites greatest interest in programs dealing with discipline in the classroom, personal and social problems facing youth, development efforts toward improving teacher effectiveness, and teacher involvement in decision making. (PAA)

Describes a collaborative effort by the 32 K-12 schools in the Diocese of San Jose, California, to implement advanced technology in the classroom. Details the development of a diocesan three- to five-year masterplan that included connecting classrooms to the Internet, teacher inservice programs, and the introduction of math software in K-6…

Highlights the importance of using music, multimedia, video, and computers to enrich and enhance religious education, and of integrating media education into faith formation. Suggests that media literacy plays an important role in increasing awareness of the influence of mass media on society. (DJM)

Reviews recommendations of the Carnegie report "Turning Points: Preparing American Youth for the 21st Century" with respect to the internal restructuring of middle schools and ways of integrating community and parental support. Discusses suggestions concerning small learning communities, core academic programs, ensuring student success,…

Explores issues raised by "Ex Corde Ecclesiae," the Papal constitution on higher education, from the perspective of Brigham Young University, owned by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (Mormon Church). Pertinent exemptions to laws concerning employment discrimination, contracts, academic freedom, and accreditation are…

Describes the mentorship programs of the Midtown Education Foundation (MEF), Chicago (Illinois), an initiative that began as an outreach of the Catholic Opus Dei movement. The MEF emphasis on biblically based character development, taught by role models, and embedded in an academic curriculum, is very popular. Early evaluation indicates that best…

Proposes that teaching children values through faith is the true incentive for working in a Catholic school, along with the rewarding experience of making a difference in the life of a child. Reports that dedication is one of the most highly listed reasons for teaching at Catholic schools. Concludes, however, that teacher retention is still an…

Describes the successful Kids for Peace movement, which electronically links students from schools around the world in a week of prayer, study and good works. States that a school can register for the pilgrimage by e-mailing the Web site. Highlights the effectiveness of connecting schools via the Internet-it is cost-effective, free to use, and…

Describes an educational foundation that offers financial support to those wishing to institute a San Miguel/Nativity or Cristo Rey model school. Reports that these schools must strive to reduce dropout rates, increase number of students prepared for college, and increase number of students receiving Catholic education. (NB)

Focuses on the leadership role of the associate/assistant superintendent and their impact on Catholic education. Writes about the scarcity of educational research on this topic, the history of this role, its areas of responsibility and organizational structure, and the need to recognize assistant superintendents for their expertise, dedication,…

Describes the opening of Holy Angels Catholic School in Indianapolis, which is the nation's first new inner-city Catholic School to be built in more than 40 years. It offers Catholic education to inner-city youth through a unique partnership formed by the Archdiocese of Indiana, the city of Indianapolis, and local corporate leaders in a campaign…