Reminder Ruah Woods-Theology of the Body: Order Form Due Friday
For principals who confirmed interest in adopting the Ruah Woods Theology of the Body curriculum next year, please complete this form no later than Friday, June 17 so that DCS can process your order. As indicated previously, DCS is committed to covering the associated costs for all new adopters this year.
For those who piloted last year and asked whether DCS can assist with the costs in any way again this year, please fill the form out as well. Once all the data is collected, we will be able to discern whether any funds remain and will let you know either way before placing your order.
Dr. Bluestein will reach out soon with details regarding training.
New 2022 FSM Training Zoom Recording
Thank you to everyone that attended Wednesday’s FSM Training. For anyone who was not able to attend, or would like to go back and re-watch, the Zoom recording is available here (passcode: fC0a@f0*). Your FSM needs to be completed by Thursday, June 30.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Jill Haines (Haines.jill@aod.org) or Laura Knaus (knaus.laura@aod.org). Thank you for your commitment to Catholic Education.
New 2022-2023 Administrator Calendar
Please see the Department of Catholic Schools Administrator Calendar for the 2022-2023 school year.
New Feedback Survey
The Department of Catholic Schools will be emailing a survey to principals in the coming weeks to solicit your feedback about our service this year. We ask that you provide honest feedback to guide us in improving our service to your schools and support of your work.
Reminder Tuition Assistance Application Round 2 deadline is June 30
The application deadline for Round 2 of 2022-23 Tuition Assistance deadline is June 30, 2022. The entire application must be completed and supporting documents uploaded to FACTS by this date. Please remind your school families to complete their applications, upload documents, and submit the Pastor Verification document as soon as possible.
New I AM HERE Campaign to Promote Transformational Encounters with Jesus in the Eucharist
The Archdiocese of Detroit and Hallow App are launching the I AM HERE campaign to inspire people to encounter Jesus Christ in the Eucharist and experience His transformational power.
Launched today in support of the National Eucharistic Revival in the U.S. Catholic Church, I AM HERE includes a website and social media channels featuring stories from individuals who have been transformed by their encounters with Christ in the Eucharist; a series of free audio meditations on Hallow, the #1 Catholic app, to help people pray in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament; and an opportunity for parishes to partner with I AM HERE to share their own stories and promote eucharistic adoration in their communities.
Visit iamhere.org and follow on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter to learn more.
New Cardinal Newman Society Webinar Opportunity
You are invited to join a webinar on The Identity of the Catholic School: Focusing on the Teacher, on June 21, at 2:00 p.m. E.T. The webinar will present an overview of the new document from the Congregation for Catholic Education and how it pertains to those who participate in the Catholic school environment, particularly teachers. Participants will learn what the Vatican requires from teachers in 'recognized' Catholic schools and how these requirements pertain to canon law. Implications are presented for increased and ongoing theological and spiritual formation for Catholic educators.
Learn more and register here.
New Upcoming MANS PD Opportunities
New Teen Star Training
The Archdiocese of Detroit is hosting Teen STAR Teacher Training for all Catholic schools and parish religious education programs. Teen STAR stands for Sexuality Teaching in the context of Adult Responsibility.Teen STAR can best be described as Catholic formation on human sexuality for teens that partners with parents.
School teachers are eligible to receive up to 16 SCECHs for training. Training begins July 12. Registration for Teen STAR Training is now open at aod-teenstar.eventbrite.com.
New All Are Welcome Conference: Building an Inclusive Community for Persons with Disabilities
The Archdiocese of Detroit invites clergy, Catholic school leaders, catechists, teachers, and lay ministers to learn more about making our parishes and schools welcoming, inclusive communities for persons with disabilities. Learn more
Reminder SCECH Application
Teachers who wish to earn SCECHs for having viewed recordings of any AOD provided PD will need to first fill out this online form, if they haven’t done so already. This link was shared previously after the October and March PD days.
After having completed all PD for the year, they must complete the proper MANS application form (choose the one that applies to your school), referenced here.
School Safety
If your school needs financial assistance to enhance safety and security measures at your school, please contact the Department of Catholic Schools. As a reminder, each school should work with local law enforcement officers to ensure that adequate safety plans are in place.
Newton Applicant Tracking System Job Posting and Closing Instructions
The Applicant Tracking System job posting, and approval process instructions can be found here. Please know that is the responsibility of the school to either remove the job or to reach out to Roberta Robson, (robsonmcglone.roberta@aod.org), or Erin Taft, (taft.erin@aod.org) to request removal of the position. Unfortunately, Paycor Recruiting does not offer the option of putting an end date on the job posting so unless HR is made aware that the job has been filled and should be removed, the job will remain posted. Please see these instructions for how to close your open position in the ATS.
Religion Assessment
We took a brief pause from the Religion Assessment during COVID. During this pause, a Religion Assessment Review Committee was formed to edit and revise the assessment. The committee met over the course of this past year and has concluded their work. As such, we will return to using the Religion Assessment next school year (2022-2023). Dr. Bluestein will send more details soon.
Spiritual Direction for Principals
The AOD may be able to provide Spiritual Direction for principals next year. A Spiritual Director would meet once a month, one-on-one, to provide a listening ear and heart, accompany the participant on their spiritual journey, and pray with and for them.
If you are interested in Spiritual Direction, please email Dr. Bluestein.
Federal Programs and EANS Presentations from FACTS Education Solutions
Dr. Susan Abelein and Jeremy Beck of FACTS Education Solutions gave great presentations last week. Please see resources from the presentations below:
Jeremy Beck’s Presentation:
Dr. Abelein’s Presentations:
Please email Laura Knaus if you would like the links to the Zoom recordings of the presentations.
Principal Performance Evaluations
The Principal Performance Evaluation template is available on Box. Please complete your self-reflection and then ask your pastor to complete his portion. Once the evaluations are completed, reviewed, and signed, please email a copy to Erin McNally.
