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Lucas loves to play the guitar and is looking forward to high school next year at Notre Dame Academy. Thank you for being a great example for the other students, Lucas!

Learn more about St. Thomas More on their website here.

Nativity of Our Lord Parish is hosting a Eucharistic Healing Service with Bishop Ricken and Maximus Cabey on Tuesday, March 21, at 6:30 p.m. Join us for this Eucharistic Healing Service with Eucharistic Adoration, praise and worship, prayers for healing, and prayer teams! GRACE families and staff are welcomed and encouraged to attend.

Nativity of Our Lord Parish is located at 2270 S. Oneida Street in Green Bay. Call the Green Bay Diocese’s Office of Divine Worship at (920) 272-8288 for more information.

See you there!

Mrs. Johnson has shared her teaching talent with Our Lady of Lourdes (OLOL) students for over 20 years. Her passion for science translates to creative, hands-on teaching strategies. She loves to find different ways to teach the science curriculum. Science at OLOL is not just rote memorization of terms thanks to Mrs. Johnson.

Learn more about OLOL on their website here.

GRACE: Gold Early Registration is only open today, February 27, through Sunday, March 5! Sign up early and we will waive your registration fee and your child will receive a FREE 2023 camp t-shirt. Why wait? Click the below button to register or to view the camp schedule, pricing, and catalog.

Our spotlight series continues today at Holy Family Catholic School where we would like to highlight first grader Frederick.

Fredrick already has all the qualities of a future leader! He and his classmates are very supportive of one another and it makes for an amazing classroom culture! He is kind, empathetic, and an exceptional student academically.

Thank you, Frederick, for being such a great example for others!

Learn more about Holy Family Catholic School by visiting their website here.

Earlier this month, Fox 11 surprised St. Bernard Kindergarten teacher, Amanda Boeke, with a Golden Apple award! We are so proud of her! Read the full story on their website here.

Learn more about St. Bernard Catholic School by visiting their website.

Our spotlight series continues today at Chesterton Academy. Today we highlight freshman Theresa.

She is an aspiring physician and Chesterton Academy’s robust science curriculum is sure to aid her greatly in that endeavor. However, you see her here in her studio art class because classical education develops whole people, not specialized workers. Like all our students, God has gifted her with many talents both seen and unseen. With our diverse and rigorous curriculum, those talents can become fully realized.

Thank you, Theresa, for being a wonderful example for others!

Learn more about Chesterton Academy by visiting their website here.

Alex Wolf, headmaster at St. John Paul II Catholic School, recently composed a column in The Compass highlighting the importance of classical education.

“The purpose of Catholic classical education is simple. It is to better know, glorify and ultimately enjoy God,” writes Wolf in the piece, “This happens through the study of the great academic traditions, in the form of curriculum and teaching methods, handed down to us through Western civilization. If education is altered to dissolve this tradition, or removes God altogether, the result is pure confusion.”

He discusses the significant return to classical education in depth and the reasoning for it. Patrick McKeown, headmaster at Chesterton Academy, also weighs in.

“People are re-imagining and rediscovering what can be loved, understood and embraced from the enormous depth of not only Western civilization, but from the church herself who has long been civilization’s greatest champion. In that manner, Chesterton schools cultivate holy students that are articulate, clear-thinking, well-rounded and, very importantly, joyful individuals engaged in a content-rich curriculum,” adds Mr. McKeown.

Read Mr. Wolf’s entire column about classical education’s importance on The Compass’s website here.

The Compass is the official publication for the Catholic Diocese of Green Bay.

Mr. Block brings music to the halls of Father Allouez Catholic School (literally). Students are often heard singing songs learned in music class while walking through the halls. Mr. Block is an active member of his parish and often offers his musical talent for school and weekend Masses. We are blessed to have Mr. Block as a role model of faith for our students. Thank you for being an amazing teacher at GRACE, Mr. Block!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 16, 2023

GRACE EDUCATOR AMANDA BOEKE NAMED GOLDEN APPLE AWARD FINALIST 

[GREEN BAY, Wis.] – We are thrilled to announce that Amanda Boeke, a beloved Kindergarten teacher at St. Bernard Catholic School, a part of the Green Bay Area Catholic Education (GRACE) system, has been named a finalist for the prestigious Golden Apple Award for Excellence in Teaching. 

The Golden Apple Awards for Excellence in Teaching are awarded by the Green Bay Chamber of Commerce annually to educators who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to their students, families, and the education community. Mrs. Boeke will advance to the final awards ceremony in April where award winners will be recognized. 

GRACE President, Mrs. Kim Desotell stated, “Mrs. Boeke is an inspirational, loving and caring GRACE teacher. We are proud of her important contributions and the example of excellence she sets for others in the field of education.” 

Mrs. Boeke has been a dedicated educator for eight years and has made a lasting impact on the lives of her students. She creates a warm and welcoming environment in her classroom, fostering a love of learning and encouraging each student to reach their full potential. Her peers and families describe her as kind, patient, and endlessly encouraging, making her students feel safe and valued in her classroom. 

Mrs. Crystal Blahnik, Principal of St. Bernard Catholic School states: “It is a joy to see such a dedicated teacher be recognized in this very special way. Mrs. Boeke started her teaching career with us eight years ago and she is now a leader among her peers and highly respected among the school community. She most recently completed her MA in English Language Learning. This was something she pursued for her kids, so that she could help them be as successful as possible. “

Mrs. Boeke goes above and beyond to connect with her families and the larger school community, creating a strong sense of partnership and collaboration. She has a remarkable ability to connect with each student, understand their individual needs, and support their growth and development. Her colleagues and families rave about her unwavering commitment to her students, her exceptional work ethic, and her genuine love for teaching. 

This recognition is a testament to Mrs. Boeke’s exceptional dedication and hard work, and a shining example of the incredible impact that one dedicated teacher can have on the lives of their students. We are proud to have Mrs. Boeke as a member of the GRACE community and look forward to celebrating her achievements in the coming months. 

St. Bernard Catholic School is a preschool through 8th grade school that is part of the GRACE System and that believes in an innovative, faith-based education with equal access to student services. This approach allows St. Bernard Catholic School to provide an academically sound, compelling, and faith-filled environment for all of its students. With St. Bernard of Clairvaux as their guide, they stand in the motto: Peace, Pray, Learn. More information can be found at saintbernardgb.com

For media inquiries, contact Madeline Janssen, GRACE Director of Marketing & Communications at 920-499-7330 x 1014 or at communications@gracesystem.org.

About GRACE: GRACE stands for Green Bay Area Catholic Education and is a nine-school system that provides excellence in preschool through high school education and serves 23 Catholic parishes within the Greater Green Bay community. GRACE schools range in offerings and locations, and each has its own distinct history, focus and parish connections. GRACE is among the largest Catholic school systems in the state of Wisconsin. To learn more, visit gracesystem.org.