The Value of the Catholic School
- Secure and disciplined learning environment
- Superior academic achievement of Catholic School Students
- Total education which includes growth in religious awareness and appreciation of morals and values.
Beyond their vital role in the Church’s mission of providing young people with a strong formation in the faith, studies consistently have shown that Catholic elementary schools outperform their public school counterparts in student academic achievement, even when all appropriate background variables have been taken into account. And, the longer a child attends a Catholic school, the greater the impact.
This is due to many factors, including a solid core curriculum, teacher dedication, classroom discipline, and demanding academic requirements. Also, the nurturing, values-based environment of Catholic schools enhances student self-respect, respect for others, future faith life and civic involvement.
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A recent survey of parents from 30 parishes and 15 elementary schools in the diocese found support for a new Catholic high school in Gloucester County if it were to be built by the diocese. The diocese has not made a final decision regar...
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In May and June, a total of 1,439 students graduated from private, parish and diocesan run high schools in the Diocese of Camden, with over $88 million in scholarships and grants awarded to students. A total of 1,376 of the graduates (96%) w...
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