Deadline Approaching: August ALL Principal Meeting RSVP
The first All-Principal meeting for August will be held on Thursday, August 10 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- Click here to RSVP. Please RSVP by Friday, August 5, 2023.
- Pastries and coffee will be available at 8:00 a.m.
- Archbishop Vigneron will celebrate Mass with principals at 11:30 a.m.
- Please invite your school Pastor to concelebrate Mass with Archbishop Vigneron and join us for lunch after Mass. Please email Erin McNally (mcnally.erin@aod.org) if your Pastor will be concelebrating.
- Principals whose schools participate in the AOD School Food Program are asked to stay for a presentation about the program from 3:45 – 4:15 p.m.
NEW: Epi-Pen Training – August 10 at SHMS
The Catholic Schools office requires each school Principal and at least one other staff member to be trained in using an epi-pen.
On August 10, at 7:30 a.m., epi-pen training will be available before the all school principal meeting at Sacred Heart Major Seminary. This certification is good for two (2) years and is open to all principals and any staff member. While this training is normally $30 per person, our friends at Ascension Healthcare will provide nurses to train us at no charge.
If you would like to be in attendance for this training, click here to register: EPI-PEN TRAINING.
NEW: Updates from the DSO Office
The Office of the Designated School Official (DSO) will be hosting a webinar for any new or returning F-1 student advisors who would like to refresh their knowledge or learn more about the AOD’s F-1 international student program. Dates and times will be announced soon.
F-1 International Student Program Reminders:
- If your school does not have an active F-1 International Student Program and a family reaches out to your school regarding a prospective International Student, please contact the DSO Office.
- If you have an active F-1 International Student Program, please email the DSO office confirmation of who is the point of contact for your school. This information is greatly appreciated as we are in the process of updating our records.
- If you have any questions about any of this, please contact Emily Coates, Immigration Coordinator, at Coates.Emily@aod.org or by phone: (313) 596-7149.
New: Engaging the Youth Church Conference
Principals, please share this with all who minister with younger and older adolescents. High School Campus Ministers, Theology Teachers, and Athletic Coaches are invited to the Engaging the Young Church Conference at St. Anastasia on Friday and Saturday, September 22-23, 2023. This year's theme is Anchored in Christ, Strengthened by the Holy Spirit. The keynote speaker will be Mari Pablo! Mari is one of the most popular presenters on Ascension Press, and she will be the emcee for NCYC 2023.
During the conference, there will be opportunities to hear inspiring presentations, pray together, engage in workshop presentations, participate in small groups, pray together, and engage in workshop presentations. Please see this link for registration information.
2023-2024 Calendar for Administrators
Please see the revised 2023-2024 AODCS Calendar for Administrators here.
New Staff in the Department of Catholic Schools
We wish to inform you of some recent staffing additions in the Department of Catholic Schools. Please join us in welcoming our new colleagues Pamela Scales, Dan Faas, and John Brahier. Continue reading
Webinar About Required MDE Annual Reporting | August 7 at 2:00 p.m.
The Nonpublic School Act (1921 PA 302) permits the State Superintendent to collect basic information about nonpublic schools in the state. In addition, all schools, including nonpublic schools, are required to submit specific information about all school employees in nonpublic schools. The reports register your nonpublic school with MDE and enable schools to participate in federal Title programs and to receive applicable state and federal grant funds. Failure to complete these reports is a serious matter.
Join the Michigan Department of Education (MDE) and MANS on August 7 at 2:00 p.m. for an informational webinar with Kevin Walters, Supervisor, Grants, Contracts and School Support, Office of Financial Management, MDE. Mr. Walters will provide an overview of the reports and direct you to the appropriate reporting systems. Existing and new administrators are encouraged to participate but new administrators will find this especially helpful as they also need to be fully registered with the state as a nonpublic school administrator.
This webinar will be recorded, however attending live is encouraged to have questions answered. Click here to register.
Nonpublic School Reimbursement Section 152b
Nonpublic schools received an email update regarding reimbursement under Section 152b. This email was sent to principals on July 6, 2023. This email notification came from nonpublicschools@michigan.gov. Please submit the necessary information by the August 15 deadline.
AOD Safe Environment Compliance Update
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- Testing Windows
- BOY 8/28 - 10/6
- MOY 1/15 - 2/9
- EOY 4/22 - 5/17
AOD School Food Program Training for School Staff
The AOD School Food Program will host two training sessions this August for all food service staff who work at a school that participates in the AOD School Food Program. Trainings will be held on Monday, August 14, 2023 and Wednesday, August 16, 2023 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Your staff only needs to attend one session. Please see this flyer for more details.
- Monday, August 14 Training
- Sacred Heart Major Seminary – Cardinal Mooney Parlor
- Wednesday, August 16 Training
- Our Lady of Sorrows – North Halls
To RSVP, please contact Pam Rucker at Rucker.Pam@aod.org or 313-883-8742.
Eastside Catholic High Schools Football Reunion
All Alumni and friends of any Eastside Detroit Catholic High School are invited to attend the De La Salle versus Detroit Catholic Central football game on Friday, September 22, 2023. Please see this flyer for more information.
Teen Mass at the Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament
All teens and their families are invited to worship Jesus and represent their favorite school on Sunday August 13, at the 11:00 a.m. mass, followed by fellowship and fun in the plaza. Groups are welcome and there is ample parking in the lot behind the building. Attendees are encouraged to wear school spirit attire. Please consider bringing donations of canned goods to benefit local food pantries. For more information contact Christine by email broses.christine@aod.org or call 313-865-6300.
