Services
The Department of Catholic Schools provides support, guidance, and assistance to Catholic schools by:
Assisting schools in evaluating and strengthening the Catholic identity of the school
Supporting and assisting principals as the spiritual and educational leaders of the schools
Providing regular school visits
Facilitating and coordinating the accreditation process
Assisting schools in creating and implementing marketing and public relations strategies and plans
Nurturing and facilitating mutual support among Catholic schools
Providing in-service programs on archdiocesan policies, practices, and procedures for school personnel
Providing curricular/administrative in-service opportunities for school personnel
Promoting effective planning processes in all areas
Facilitating the establishment and licensing of preschools
Fostering and implementing the goals of the Department of Catholic Schools
Providing in-service and orientation programs for principals
Assisting in strategic planning and evaluation of financially stressed schools and the development of plans for reorganization and substantive change, when appropriate