Great and wonderful are all your works, Lord, mighty God (Psalm 98) April 23, 2024 Grace and Peace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you. As you are aware, in January 2024, Mr. Henry Fortier, Secretary for Education and Superintendent of Catholic Schools, announced his resignation effective at the end of this school year. We partnered with an executive search firm, Catholic Recruiter Associates, to conduct a national search for our new Superintendent of Catholic Schools. We had numerous qualified people from around the country apply who were screened and interviewed but, ultimately, we selec ..read more

“As technology skills become more important in our society, it’s my hope that my students leave Ascension able to approach any technology situation with the knowledge to make safe choices and the skill and persistence to overcome any challenge.” — Laura Davis “What I love about working at a Catholic school is that we are bonded together in more than just a place to work and learn,” Mrs. Davis says. “There is an atmosphere of hope and perseverance that permeates the hallways, and a sense of support and commitment with a community of help standing ready.”  Your child receives a well-rounded ..read more

Make it stand out “St. Joseph Catholic School is different from other schools because our relationships come first,” Mrs. Spong says. “We treat each other as a large family. Even when students move onto the next grade, they know they are welcome back in their former classroom anytime. The caring teachers makes it feel more like a second home than a school.” Why she loves teaching at a Catholic school: “The relationships I can make with the students and their families is special here. I can work closely with their families to help build the whole student: mind, body, and spirit.” Our Brevard C ..read more

What she hopes students take away from her classroom: “I hope they leave with a solid math background to carry them through their high school years, but more importantly, each student learns to be a person of God. I want them to have a good foundation of what it means to be a good and selfless person.”  “We are able to teach the whole student,” she says, “and I feel like we really know our students. We see them grow throughout their years here, and when they get to middle school, we already know who they are and we are able to relate to them on a more personal level.”  Our dedicated ..read more

Students are off school for the summer, so now’s the best time to make plans with the family. Making meaningful memories can be a challenge, especially when we’re distracted by screens. Spending time with family helps children develop a sense of community and become responsible citizens. Here are some of our ideas for bonding experiences that also have the potential to make great family photos: Play Board Games Board games hold everyone’s attention and have the added benefit of being screen-free. Select age appropriate games for your children, and they’ll be entertained for hours. Younger chi ..read more

It’s never too early to start planning for life after high school. There are thousands of institutions of higher learning in the United States alone. Your child will need to decide if they’re ready to move out and if they want to continue Catholic education or go another route. Before going on campus tours, see if you can figure out what type of college is best for your child. Help your child choose the right college by considering the following: Continuing Catholic Education For some children, Catholic college is the logical next step. These children are dedicated to their studies and their ..read more

Every child is unique in many ways, from how they dress on weekends to how they learn in the classroom. At our Brevard private schools, we believe diversity makes the world beautiful. Figuring out a child’s learning style can help your child find her way in the world. While most children don’t fit into one mold, embracing characteristics of learning styles helps children get the most out of their education. Here is our guide to finding your child’s learning style.  Auditory If your child loves music and reading out loud, she may be an auditory learner. These children learn best through t ..read more

Sending your child to Catholic school means setting them up for success in academic achievement and forming their faith. These schools emphasize the importance of not just being a great student but of being a good person. Through rigorous academics and a strong sense of community, Catholic schools build children up to become the best possible versions of themselves. Learn about some of the core benefits of Catholic education.  Foundation of Faith Children who attend Catholic school pray in the classroom and attend Mass with their teachers. They learn about Catholic traditions at school ..read more

crosses on a mountain Every year, for 40 days leading up to Holy Week and Easter, Christians choose to give something up. The term “Lent” has become synonymous with sacrifice, though it may seem a little random without context. Children and adults give up worldly pleasures like food and video games, as well as vices like drinking and gossip. Aside from the fact that everyone does it, let’s take a closer look at why people make sacrifices for Lent. What is Lent? Beginning on Ash Wednesday and ending on Holy Thursday, Lent is a solemn religious period leading into the Easter holiday. This perio ..read more

Looking up to someone who inspires you makes navigating through life easier, especially for children. They’re learning about themselves and the world around them while surrounded by all kinds of influences. Fortunately, they need to look no further than the Bible for inspiration. Bible stories are full of men and women who did incredible things in the name of God. Here are a few of those powerful figures who could be great role models: Noah The story of Noah and his ark is one of the most popular ones in the Bible. God chooses Noah to carry on the human race after He unleashes a great flood ..read more