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Appointment of Nate Tackaberry as Executive Director of Advancement
GRACE is pleased to announce the appointment of Nate Tackaberry as the new Executive Director of Advancement!
Principal Appointed to Wisconsin Early Literacy Curriculum Council
We're excited to announce Principal Molly Mares’ appointment to Wisconsin Early Literacy Curriculum Council!
Holy Cross Catholic School Principal Spotlight
Today, we'd like to spotlight the principal of Holy Cross Catholic School!
Spotlight on Father Adam Bradley
Learn more about Father Adam Bradley, a newcomer to the St. Bernard Parish!
An Update on GRACE Athletics
Director of Athletics and Activities, Matt Riebe, provides a comprehensive update on GRACE Athletics.
CatholicLink Update: 2024-25 Cohort Formation
Learn more about CatholicLink's cohort formation for the 2024-25 academic year.
Welcome Francis Dempsey to GRACE
Join us in welcoming Francis Dempsey to Father Allouez Catholic School as the new principal!
A GRACEful Approach to AI for Teachers
GRACE’s Technology Services team was tasked with researching AI. Learn what they found!
A Reflection from Deacon Dan
Enjoy a reflection from Holy Family Catholic School's middle school teacher, Deacon Dan.
Interview with GRACE President of the Day
We conducted an interview with the GRACE President of the Day, a Grade 11 student from Chesterton Academy!
CatholicLink’s New Director of Operations & Business Development
Learn more about the new Director of Operations & Business Development for CatholicLink!
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School Principal Spotlight
Today, we'd like to spotlight the principal of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School!
Father Allouez Catholic School Faith Fair
Parents were asked to study and engage in conversation with their children about the four main parts of the Mass.
Spring Letter from the GRACE President
Read a letter written by GRACE President, Kim Desotell from the 2024 Spring newsletter.
GRACE: GOLD Summer Camp Registration
The registration deadline for the GRACE: GOLD Summer Camp is approaching!
GRACE Spring 2024 Newsletter Now Available
The latest GRACE Spring 2024 newsletter is now available to read!
St. Thomas More Catholic School’s Outstanding Volunteer
Today we'd like to highlight an outstanding volunteer in the GRACE community!
CatholicLink Update: NCEA Conference
Learn more about what students involved in CatholicLink are up to!
Abundant Blessings Preschool Program
Learn more about Abundant Blessings, an outdoor preschool education program at Holy Cross Catholic School.
New Teacher at St. John Paul II Classical School
We have a new teacher joining St. John Paul II Classical School that we would like to highlight!
Congratulations to Knowledge Contest Winner
Join us to congratulate a Father Allouez Catholic School student who recently competed in a knowledge contest!
GRACE Educator In-Service Day
GRACE staff met last week for a retreat! Learn more about what attendees participated in.
St. Bernard Catholic School Teacher Spotlight
Today, we'd like to spotlight an outstanding educator from St. Bernard Catholic School.
Notre Dame of De Pere Catholic School: Student Spotlight
Today we'd like to highlight an outstanding student in the GRACE community!
Holy Family Catholic School: Principal Spotlight
Join us in celebrating Holy Family Catholic School's principal, Principal Sharkey!
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School’s Outstanding Volunteer
Today we'd like to highlight an outstanding pair of volunteers in the GRACE community!
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School: Student Spotlight
Today we'd like to highlight an outstanding student in the GRACE community!
GRACE Students Take On State Basketball Championship
The Holy Family Comets 8th grade boys basketball team competed in the State Basketball Championship!
St. John Paul II Classical School Teacher Spotlight
Today we'd like to highlight a stand-out teacher from St. John Paul II Classical School!
New Father Allouez Catholic School Principal
Join us in welcoming Father Allouez Catholic School's new principal!
Father Allouez Catholic School Principal Spotlight
We would like to spotlight the principal of Father Allouez Catholic School, Principal Franz!
St. John the Baptist Catholic School’s Outstanding Volunteer
Today we'd like to highlight an outstanding volunteer in the GRACE community: Tiffany!
GRACE Teacher Compensation
One of the top priorities of GRACE leadership is to continually elevate educator compensation. Learn more.
Holy Cross Catholic School: Student Spotlight
Today we'd like to highlight an outstanding student from HCS!
Navigating Tuition Affordability
We want to ensure Catholic education remains accessible and affordable, irrespective of income levels. Learn more.
The True Value of GRACE
GRACE Board of Trustees Chairperson Nick Anderson discusses the true value of GRACE.
St. John the Baptist Catholic School’s Teacher Spotlight
Today we'd like to highlight an outstanding teacher at SJB: Ms. Jill Buckett!
Cathedral Book & Gift Fundraiser
GRACE will earn 10% of Cathedral Book & Gift in-store and online sales on select Fridays and Saturdays this month!
Forward Planning and Budgeting for GRACE
Take a look into the future with GRACE Controller, Melissa Wolcanski.
Esto Vir: 2024 Annual Men’s Conference
Register today for the 2024 Annual Men's Conference at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion!
St. John the Baptist Catholic School Principal Spotlight
We would like to spotlight the principal of St. John the Baptist Catholic School, Principal Vance!
Holy Family Catholic School’s Outstanding Volunteer
Today we'd like to highlight an outstanding volunteer in the GRACE community: Melissa Parker!
GRACE’s Golden Apple Teachers of Distinction
Two GRACE educators have been named Teachers of Distinction this year!
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School Teacher Spotlight
We would like to spotlight a standout GRACE teacher today!
GRACE Basketball Season Finale
The seasons of the GRACE girls and boys basketball teams culminated in a trip to St. Norbert College on Friday.
Father Allouez Catholic School Student Spotlight
We would like to spotlight an exceptional FACS student today!
Holy Family Catholic School’s Deacon Dan and Sister Elena
Learn more about Holy Family's Religious Sister and Deacon!
Notre Dame of De Pere Catholic School’s Outstanding Volunteer
Today, we would like to recognize NDDP's outstanding volunteer, Alisa Conway!
Dedicated Teachers Recognized and Nominated
Our teachers' dedication, passion, and commitment to education have made a difference in the community!
St. Thomas More Catholic School Principal Spotlight
We would like to spotlight the principal of St. Thomas More Catholic School, Principal Tyrrell!
Father Jose of Ss. Peter and Paul Parish and St. Thomas More Catholic School
Today we would like to spotlight Father Jose, a pastor and mentor in the GRACE community!
St. John Paul II Classical School Student Spotlight
We would like to spotlight an exceptional SJPII student today!
Father Allouez Middle Days Electives Program
Wednesdays are fun days for Father Allouez Catholic School’s middle grade students! Learn why.
Free Parent Event Featuring International Speaker
GRACE parents, join us for an engaging and informative presentation with an international speaker!
Holy Cross Catholic School Teacher Spotlight
We would like to spotlight a standout GRACE teacher today!
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd
GRACE students are well on their way to learning about the Mass and God’s love in a successful program!
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School’s Parent Homecoming
OLOL kicked off the year with a fantastic new event – Parent Homecoming!
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School Student Spotlight
We would like to spotlight an exceptional GRACE student!
Holy Family Catholic School Teacher Spotlight
We would like to spotlight a standout GRACE teacher today!
St. Bernard Catholic School Robotics
Students are making strides toward technical challenges with their Robotics Teams!
Holy Family Catholic School Principal Spotlight
We would like to spotlight the principal of Holy Cross Catholic School, Principal Peterson!
St. Bernard Catholic School’s Outstanding Volunteer
Join us in honoring Ms. Mary Kreft as an outstanding volunteer!
St. John the Baptist Catholic School Embraces Mass Buddies
SJB is carrying on a special tradition that began 15 years ago and is staying strong!
Holy Family Catholic School Student Spotlight
We would like to spotlight an exceptional Holy Family Catholic School student!
GRACE Welcomes New Director of Athletics and Activities
Join us in welcoming GRACE's new Director of Athletics and Activities!
High School Enrollment Now Open
Enrollment at Chesterton Academy of St. John Paul II Classical School is now open!
Holy Cross Catholic School Student Spotlight
We would like to spotlight a Holy Cross Catholic School student, Will!
Notre Dame of De Pere Catholic School Principal Spotlight
We are highlighting Notre Dame of De Pere Catholic School's principal, Ms. Molly Mares!
St. John Paul II Classical School’s Outstanding Volunteer
Join us in honoring Mrs. Amanda Matczynski as an outstanding volunteer!
St. John the Baptist Student Spotlight
We would like to spotlight a St. John the Baptist Catholic School student, Josie!
Inaugural Solemnity Mass
The inaugural Solemnity Mass for Our Lady of Champion at the national had a great turn out!
Father Allouez Catholic School Awards Outstanding Volunteer
Join us in honoring Ann Farone as an outstanding volunteer from Father Allouez Catholic School!
Golden Apple Awards Now Open to Nominations
Nominations are now open for the prestigious 2024 Golden Apple Awards!
Notre Dame of De Pere Student Spotlight
We would like to spotlight Notre Dame of De Pere Catholic School student Brecken!
Holy Cross Catholic School Awards Outstanding Volunteer
Join us in honoring Mrs. Braband as an outstanding volunteer from Holy Cross Catholic School!
Service Days Around GRACE
GRACE students paid it forward with service activities to brighten up their local communities!
Our Lady of Guadalupe Outreach Program
GRACE’s Our Lady of Guadalupe Outreach Program was successful!
Holy Cross Going Green Program Launches Outdoor Classroom
The program will begin in the 2023-24 school year.
Technology Team Rolls Out Tech Totes
Carrie Gossens, Director of Technology Services, details the first tech tote rollout this year.
A Letter from our Superintendent
Read on to hear from our superintendent, Drew Mulloy, as he reflects on his first year in the role!
GRACE Welcomes Back Families in September
Save the date for GRACE's upcoming annual Welcome Back Mass!
GRACE Students Attend Summer Camp
Several students joined their peers from GRACE at this year's annual summer camp at Camp Tekakwitha!
Announcing New Interim Principal at Holy Family
We are excited to announce the new Interim Principal for Holy Family Catholic School, Sarah Sharkey!
Summer Learning: Be an Active Citizen
Learning is important, even during the summer! GRACE has some helpful tips to keep students engaged over the break.
Teacher Spotlight: Lourain Eggart
We would like to spotlight world language coordinator, Lourain Eggart from Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School.
Summer Learning: Math
Learning is important, even during the summer! GRACE has some helpful tips to keep students engaged over the break.
Summer Learning: Reading
Learning is important, even during the summer! GRACE has some helpful tips to keep students engaged over the break.
Teacher Spotlight: Andrea Barington
We would like to spotlight physical education teacher, Andrea Barington, from Holy Family Catholic School!
Summer Learning: Hidden Learning
Learning is important, even during the summer! GRACE has some helpful tips to keep students engaged over the break.
GRACE Welcomes Board of Trustees Chair
Join us in welcoming our Board of Trustees chair, Nick Anderson!
Summer Learning: Math
Learning is important, even during the summer! GRACE has some helpful tips to keep students engaged over the break.
Teacher Spotlight: Sam Skifton
We would like to spotlight ELA and technology middle school teacher, Sam Skifton, from Father Allouez Catholic School.
Summer Learning: Writing
Learning is important, even during the summer! GRACE has some helpful tips to keep students engaged over the break.
Summer Learning: Reading
Learning is important, even during the summer! GRACE has some helpful tips to keep students engaged over the break.
Teacher Spotlight: Brianna from St. John the Baptist
We would like to spotlight 3rd grade teacher, Brianna Kaas, from St. John the Baptist Catholic School!
Holy Family Students Get Active with NFL’s Play 60 Program
The Green Bay Packers recently hosted an outreach camp that Holy Family students attended.
Summer Learning: Eat as a Family
Learning is important, even during the summer! GRACE has some helpful tips to keep students engaged over the break.
St. Bernard Catholic School Student Highlight: Timothy
We would like to spotlight SBS student, Timothy!
Teacher Spotlight: Brenda Touchinski
We would like to spotlight Brenda Touchinski, middle school math teacher at Father Allouez Catholic School!
The Crucial Role of St. Thomas More’s Family Liaison
We are always looking for the best way to support families in whichever method is most comfortable for them. Learn
GRACE Educators Nominated for 2023 Golden Apples
We're proud to present our GRACE educators who have been nominated for the Greater Green Bay Chamber’s 2023 Golden Apple
Golden Apple Awards Finalist From St. Bernard
A beloved GRACE teacher has been named a finalist for the Golden Apple Award for Excellence in Teaching.
Benefits of the GRACE Good Shepherd Mentoring Program
The GRACE Good Shepherd Mentoring Program has made an impact in the GRACE School System this year.
Teachers on Spotlight: Gaby Calawerts
Today will be highlighting one of the teachers at St. Thomas More Catholic School, Gaby Calawerts.
Holy Family Catholic School Pantry Drive
Students, their families, and school staff worked together on a reverse advent calendar project to stock local pantry shelves.
GRACE Little Saints Childcare Program
Happy children cared for by loving caregivers have settled into the GRACE Little Saints Childcare Program hosted at Holy Family.
Our Lady of Lourdes Achieves Enrollment Goal
Congratulations to Our Lady of Lourdes for achieving their enrollment goal of 200 students!
St. Thomas More School Teacher Spotlight: Amie Ciriacks
GRACE would like to recognize Middle School Science Teacher Amie Ciriacks from St. Thomas More School in our teacher spotlight!
GRACE Fourth Grader Leads Blanket Donation Campaign
Holy Cross Catholic School is running a Blanket Drive for Freedom House, spearheaded by a fourth grade student.
Holy Family Catholic School Student Highlight: Harper
GRACE is excited to recognize Harper from Holy Family Catholic School for this week's student spotlight!
Living Stations of the Cross Performance
Students from Holy Cross Catholic School brought the fourteen Stations to life in two recent performances.
Kindergarten Teacher Achieves Goal, Highlighted by Fox 11 News
Fox 11 recently posted an article featuring Amanda Boeke, Kindergarten teacher at St. Bernard Catholic School.
Holy Cross Catholic School Teacher Spotlight: Jamie Sheehy
GRACE would like to recognize Mrs. Sheehy from Holy Cross Catholic School in our teacher spotlight!
GRACE Teacher Named 2023 Herb Kohl Educational Foundation Teacher
Congratulations to Mrs. Annie Stewart from Father Allouez Catholic School!
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School Student Highlight: Ryan
GRACE would like to recognize Ryan from Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School Student Highlight: Ryan in our student spotlight!
Chesterton Academy Student Speaks to School Experience
Grace, a current student at Chesterton Academy of St. John Paul II Classical School, speaks about her experience thus far.
St. John Paul II Teacher Spotlight: Brenda Devroy
GRACE would like to recognize Mrs. Devroy from St. John Paul II in our teacher spotlight!
St. Bernard Catholic School Student Highlight: Jane
GRACE would like to recognize Jane from St. Bernard Catholic School in our student spotlight!
St. Thomas More Catholic School Student Highlight: Lucas
GRACE would like to recognize Lucas from St. Thomas More Catholic School in our student spotlight!
Eucharistic Healing Service
Nativity of Our Lord Parish is hosting a Eucharistic Healing Service on March 21!
Our Lady of Lourdes Teacher Spotlight
GRACE would like to recognize Mrs. Johnson from Our Lady of Lourdes in our teacher spotlight!
GRACE: Gold Early Registration Open for a Limited Time
Sign up early to waive your registration fee and receive a free 2023 camp t-shirt!
Holy Family Catholic School Student Spotlight
We would like to spotlight first grade student, Frederick, from Holy Family Catholic School.
GRACE Teacher Featured by Fox 11 News
Congratulations to Amanda Boeke, Kindergarten teacher at St. Bernard Catholic School!
Chesterton Academy Student Spotlight
Chesterton Academy highlights an outstanding new student, Theresa.
Resurgence in Classical Education Piece Featured in The Compass
Alex Wolf wrote a column highlighting the importance of and resurgence in classical education recently published in The Compass.
GRACE Educator Amanda Boeke Named Golden Apple Award Finalist
Congratulations to Mrs. Amanda Boeke from St. Bernard Catholic School!
Teacher Spotlight: Mr. Lambert
GRACE would like to spotlight St. Bernard middle school religion teacher, Mr. Lambert!
GRACE 2023-24 Academic Calendar Now Available
The academic calendar for the 2023-24 school year is now available for viewing in both English and Spanish!
GRACE in the News: Notre Dame of De Pere Gets Highlighted
Fox 11 recently highlighted Notre Dame of De Pere's holiday activities.
St. John Paul II Classical School’s Volunteer of the Year
SJPII honors their outstanding volunteer, Mrs. April Aschinger.
Holy Cross Catholic School’s Spotlight
The GRACE Spotlight Series continues at Holy Cross Catholic School for Band Director, Mr. Tim Kozlovsky!
Voice of the Customer Parent Survey
The link to the annual survey can be accessed from your GRACE school’s weekly parent e-newsletter.
CatholicLink: Building Middle School Leaders
A new leadership program is being piloted in three GRACE schools.
Holy Family Catholic School’s Outstanding Volunteer
GRACE is excited to name the outstanding volunteer from Holy Family Catholic School!
Diocese Year of Worship and Retreat
GRACE aims not merely to integrate our Catholic faith at school but to be rooted in it in all ways.
GRACE Technology Services Team Member Gets Recognized
GRACE employee Lynn Fink was recognized in a recent article by The Compass.
Superintendent’s Letter: A Word from Drew Mulloy
Drew Mulloy introduces himself and outlines his responsibilities as GRACE's new superintendent.
St. Bernard School’s Outstanding Volunteers
GRACE is happy to name the outstanding volunteers from St. Bernard School.
St. John the Baptist’s Outstanding Volunteer
GRACE is happy to name the second outstanding volunteer from St. John the Baptist.
New Renovations Taking Place at GRACE School
The Chesterton Academy of St. John Paul II Classical School is celebrating the addition of a renovated, updated science lab.
First #FacesofGRACE Nominee Revealed
We recently visited our first #FacesofGRACE nominee at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School.
GRACE Students Visit Heritage Hill State Historical Park
Fourth grade students from Notre Dame of De Pere visited Heritage Hill State Historical Park last week.
GRACE Riverside Team Gets Involved
The Riverside Team from GRACE volunteered for the Feed My Starving Children organization last week.
GRACE Community 5K Wellness Fun Run/Walk
GRACE's third annual Community 5K Wellness Fun Run/Walk was a huge success!
Notre Dame of De Pere’s Outstanding Volunteer
GRACE is happy to name the first outstanding volunteer from Notre Dame of De Pere.
Kicking Off Year with First School Mass
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School celebrated its first school Mass of the year on September 1.
The Catechist, Witness of the New Life in Christ
St. Bernard School principal, Crystal Blahnik, recently embarked on a three day trip to Vatican City.
Teacher Excellence Awards 2022
Congratulations to all the recipients of the 2022 Teacher Excellence Awards!
GRACE’S St. Thomas More Catholic School Named Recipient of Library Grant from The Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries
St. Thomas More to receive grant for updating its school library collection.
Green Bay Packers Give Back to GRACE: Gold Summer Camp
GRACE is partnering with the Green Bay Packers to make 2022's GRACE: Gold Summer Camp the best year yet.
GRACE Receives Significant Anonymous Donation to “Invest in Teacher Excellence”
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Wednesday, May 4, 2022
Dana Vance Named New Principal at St. John the Baptist School
We are pleased to announce that Dana Vance has been selected as Principal of St. John the Baptist School. She
GRACE Educators Receive Herb Kohl Education Foundation Awards
Herb Kohl Educational Foundation spotlights principal Mrs. Crystal Blahnik and teacher Mrs. Tara Wildenberg
GRACE Newsletter
The newsletter highlights the Green Bay Packers Foundation donation and other recent events.
GRACE Fall 2021 Newsletter Now Live
Check out the Fall 2021 newsletter to get up to date with the latest GRACE news.
Free and Reduced Meal Forms Available
Even though all students will receive free meals this school year, please continue to complete eligibility forms.
Registration Open for GRACE Community 5K
Second annual non-time event planned for Saturday, August 28, starting at Father Allouez-Resurrection Campus.
Donor Gives $1,000 to Each GRACE Teacher
Appreciative anonymous donor says, "GRACE teachers did not waiver nor miss a beat during the pandemic."
Cardinal Dolan shines spotlight on GRACE
GRACE President Kimberly Desotell's talk with Cardinal Dolan aired on SiriusXM radio and Catholic Faith Network.
Wall Street Journal highlights donation
Article on $1,000 gift to every GRACE contracted teacher appeared on publication's website and print edition
GRACE principal, teachers earn Kohl honors
Herb Kohl Educational Foundation spotlights principal Mr. Mulloy and teachers Mrs. Anderson, Mrs. Sullivan
Teacher April Neuville receives Golden Apple
First-grade educator at Father Allouez Catholic School described by principal as an "instructional maestro"
Two GRACE teachers share prestigious award
Mrs. Nennig of Holy Cross and Mrs. Patterson of Notre Dame of De Pere receive Leadership & Service Educator Award
Four GRACE educators get Golden Apple honors
Mrs. Aschenbrenner, Mrs. D'Angelo, Mrs. Neuville and Mrs. Sullivan receive Teacher of Distinction honors
Chesterton Academy of SJPII opening in fall 2021
Mr. Patrick McKeown excited to serve as Headmaster when new school debuts with ninth-grade class