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Gratitude for Son and Catholic Education Has Mom Going the Extra Mile
Nine years ago, Kate Terricciano’s son Anthony was born as a “micro preemie,” coming into this world at just one pound. “It really helped to turn to our faith, to get us through those first few months that were very touch and go,” Terricciano says. “That’s why our Catholic faith is so important to us, and that’s part of the reason why I send him to Catholic school.” When it comes to Catholic education, this Catholic mom says she has so much to be grateful for that she can’t help but volunteer for St. Luke Cat...

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St. Patrick Cathedral School Team Rappels for a Cause: Special Olympics CT
In a heartwarming display of unity and support, the St. Patrick Cathedral School team recently descended from the heights of Mohegan Sun, not just for the thrill but for a noble cause. The team's mission was clear: raise funds for Special Olympics CT.   And raise they did! A remarkable $9754, falling just shy of the $1000 per person goal. To participate in the daring act of rappelling down the iconic venue, each team member needed to muster $1000, a target that they valiantly pursued. The sense of accomplishment and pride was palpable, as Special Olympics...

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Saint Bernard School and Mohegan Tribe Gather to Celebrate New Partnership
Officials from The Mohegan Tribe and Saint Bernard School gathered October 4th with local elected officials, community leaders, and supporters to mark a new chapter in the history of the Tribe and the school. The event celebrated a landmark partnership announced earlier this year which resulted in historically significant land being returned to the Mohegan Tribe and its members, while also ensuring Saint Bernard School remains operational and continues its mission of providing educational excellence to students.   Leadership from the school and the Tribe shared updat...

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A Prayer to Begin a School Year

Posted on August 24, 2023 in: School News

A Prayer to Begin a School Year
Blessed are you, Lord God, Creator of body and mind and heart; you have sent the Spirit of wisdom and knowledge to guide your people in all their ways. At the beginning of this new school year, we implore your mercy: bless the students, teachers, and staff, that together we may grow in faith, hope, and love as we learn from you and each other how to follow your Son Jesus. Expand the horizons of our minds, that we may grow in wisdom, understanding, and knowledge; deepen our commitment to seek the truth of your ways; and enliven our fait...

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Supplies Needed for Back to School - How You Can Help
Catholic Charities will be assisting our children and parents to prepare the 2023-24 academic school year and it will be here sooner than we think! We are asking for your participation by providing children with their basic school supplies, backpacks, pencils, erasers, pens, subject tablets, colorful markers, pencil boxes, glue, etc. Catholic Charites will distribute your school supplies to parents participating in our monthly Parenting Zoom group, which includes clients from our 4 offices. The school supplies will also be distributed to clients who receive other serv...

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Employment Opportunities in Education
There are a number of current job openings for educators in our diocese.  The positions are updated weekly so be sure to bookmark this page in your browser-  NorwichDiocese.org/Employment Here are the positions that were recently posted. Elementary/Middle Preschool-Teacher--St-James-School-Danielson Preschool Teacher - St. James School, Danielson Title I Tutor - St. James School, Danielson Grade 5 Teacher - St. James School, Danielson First Grade Teacher - St. Joseph School, Baltic High School Spanish and French Teachers - Xavie...

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Family Summer Activities to Foster Faith
Summer is a beautiful time to step into creation to learn about the Creator! During these summer months, try some of these popular activities — nature walks, beach trips, service projects — to help initiate and develop faith conversations with your children. Plant seeds of faith — literally! Gardening is a great way to teach about faith, as plants and faith both have seeds that grow. Jesus Himself used seeds and plants as metaphors for faithful Christian living. Hand out bottled water (or popsicles) to people you see outside. Workers, walkers and p...

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St. Bernard, Mercy High Schools Hold Graduations
Saint Bernard School in Uncasville and Mercy High School in Middletown both held graduation ceremonies this week. Saint Bernard School is a Roman Catholic co-educational college preparatory school for grades 6 through 12 located in Uncasville, Connecticut.  It is co-sponsored by the Diocese of Norwich and the Xaverian Brothers and welcomes students of all faith backgrounds who value academic excellence, personal and spiritual growth, and a commitment to community. A total of 64 seniors graduated with the St. Bernard Class of 2023.      ...

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Mercy Chamber Choir Wins Contest, Will Open for Foreigner During Their Farewell Tour
Mercy Chamber Choir Wins Contest; Will Open for Foreigner During Their Farewell Tour June 1, 2023 This morning, the Mercy Chamber Choir was surprised with a live announcement from the team at WFSB, The River 105.9 and IHEART Media and Entertainment... their submission was the winning performance in the Foreigner Choir Contest! Mercy Chamber Choir will open for Foreigner during their Farewell Tour performance at Mohegan Sun on September 1. Students also earned a Bose sound system valued at $2000 for school.  To watch the opening segment, please visit th...

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Mercy's Honor Students Create Easter Treat 'Bunny Bundles' for Children
Mercy's National Honor Society recently led their annual Bunny Bundles drive. NHS members coordinated efforts to collect enough candy to create 311 Easter treat bundles for children. They donated the care packages to the Saint Vincent de Paul Soup Kitchen, Amazing Grace Food Pantry, Saint Elizabeth's Home, and Mercy House for distribution. Advisor Daniela Aparo notes, "We'd like to thank our Mercy families for their generosity in helping us carry on this long-standing Mercy tradition." 

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