New Important Star Renaissance Information (Time-Sensitive)
- Star Custom Parent Reports
- The Star Custom Parent Reports are scheduled to arrive by June 1, at which point Dr. Bluestein will begin the process of uploading, and generating links and passwords for each school. Dr. Bluestein will send two separate emails (one with the link to the files; one with the password) to each principal between June 1-June 3.
- If you requested an extension to the testing window, some or all of your students may not be included in the Custom Parent Reports. In this case, you may print the Star Family Report which is available in the software and most similar to the Custom Parent Report.
- Star Renaissance will renew testing licenses for all schools based on last year’s enrollment. If you need to modify that number, please do so using this form no later than June 10. They will generate and send out invoices to each school in July.
Updated Principal PLC Recording
A recording of the meeting is available here (passcode: =B^1mHt8)
- Reports to save at the end of the year (save all data before early August when the rollover occurs in the software)
- Reports that must be printed and placed in CA60 file
- Focus Skills: Detailed information associated w/each skill for instructional planning purposes
- Star Custom: How to access a bank of questions linked to targeted standards for mini-assessments/practice
New Pope Francis Names New Auxiliary Bishop for the Archdiocese of Detroit
Pope Francis has named Archbishop Paul Fitzpatrick Russell as the 31st auxiliary bishop for the Archdiocese of Detroit. He will be welcomed to the Archdiocese of Detroit at a Liturgy of Welcome and Inauguration of Ministry on July 7, 2022 at 2 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament in Detroit.
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New Marking the Twentieth Anniversary of the Dallas Charter
To mark the 20th anniversary of the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People, the Archdiocese of Detroit has prepared these resources on the local implementation and impact of the Charter, with a focus on reconciliation, healing, accountability, and prevention of clerical sexual abuse in the Church. Continue reading
New Principal Appreciation Luncheon
The 3rd Annual Department of Catholic Schools Principal Appreciation luncheon will be held on Thursday, June 16th from 11am to 3pm at Club Venetian in Madison Heights. Please see the flyer for additional details and the RSVP link. Please RSVP by Monday, June 13th.
New 2022 FSM Completion and Training Session
The FSM was developed to assist in measuring schools’ operational efficiency with the goal of working toward solving long-term funding problems faced by all Catholic Schools. The FSM is one of the tools that will help to ensure that our schools are accessible and sustainable. It has been modified from previous versions to more accurately reflect realistic assumptions for staffing. The Model is still a work in progress and we will continue to make improvements.
An online training session will be offered on June 15 at 1:30 p.m. via Zoom (link | Meeting ID: 954 6603 1523 | Passcode: 100020). We know that many schools are wrapping up the school year, so the session will be recorded for those who are unable to attend or would prefer to watch later. Thank you for your commitment to Catholic education. Please reach out to Laura Knaus with any questions that you may have.
Updated Ruah Woods Rooted: K-12 Theology of the Body Curriculum – Deadline June 10
The world’s first Theology of the Body Curriculum for K-12 students provides timely, age-appropriate lessons authentic to St. John Paul II’s vision and understanding of the human person according to God’s divine plan. Students discover the fundamental truth of their innate dignity firmly ROOTED in God’s image, as male and female, called to love one another as God loves. Principals are invited to implement the Ruah Woods curriculum and DCS is committed to assisting with the associated costs. Please contact Dr. Bluestein by June 10 if you are interested adopting Ruah Woods.
Updated New Catholic Foundation of Michigan Scholarship Opportunity - Deadline Extended to May 30
The Catholic Foundation is pleased to announce the launch of the 2022-2023 Scholarship process to benefit K-8 students in the Archdiocese of Detroit. Archdiocesan school students will receive awards ranging from $1,000 up to $5,000, made possible through the generosity of Archbishop Allen H. Vigneron, the Archdiocese of Detroit, and faithful donors in the community. In the last two years, the Catholic Foundation has granted over $400K in scholarships to more than 160 students through the St. Anne Scholars and the St. Martin De Porres Fund.
The scholarship application is invitation only by pastors, principals and school administrators. Please click here to nominate up to 3 students by May 30, 2022. Recommended students will be sent a personal invite from the Foundation to apply on May 30th. To learn about student eligibility requirements and the online application process, please visit 2022-2023 Scholarships. If you have any questions, please reach out to Christina Shabo at 248-204-0332, ext 4.
Reminder Eucharistic Procession on the Feast of Corpus Christi – June 19
On June 19, 2022, the Archdiocese of Detroit and dioceses across the United States will begin the National Eucharistic Revival. This three-year grassroots revival of devotion and belief in the Real Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist will foster a “movement of Catholics across the United States, healed, converted, formed, and unified by an encounter with Jesus in the Eucharist—and sent out in mission ‘for the life of the world.’”
The Revival will begin locally with a Mass at the Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament, followed by a Eucharistic Procession from the Cathedral to Sacred Heart Major Seminary. I write today to invite you and your families to consider joining me for the Mass, Eucharistic Procession, or both. You can learn more and RSVP by visiting aod.org/eucharisticprocession.
Please share this flyer with your school community.
A Few Reminders Regarding COVID Procedures
K-12 students and staff exposed to someone who is positive for COVID-19
If the exposure is to a personal/household contact:
- No quarantine is needed.
- Wear a mask around others for 10 days.
If the exposure is to other type of contact (from school or social setting)
- No quarantine is needed.
- Conduct symptom monitoring for 10 days and test if symptoms develop.
International F-1 Program: Important Reminders
As a reminder to our schools with international F-1 students, or prospective F-1 students coming this fall, please note that the Archdiocese of Detroit Department of Catholic Schools has put in place the policy that all F-1 students studying in our school system must have health insurance throughout the duration of their educational program in the AOD. At this time, we do not have recommended carriers or companies; it is the responsibility of the student/family to make those arrangements. Documentation must be provided to the school for record keeping.
Also, while the deadline for Form I-20 requests is June 15, the office kindly requests to receive applications by June 1, 2022 as Erin Dewimille, DSO, will be on maternity leave around June 15.
If you have any questions on this matter, please contact the Office of the Designated School Official by emailing Dewimille.erin@aod.org, and AOD-DS0@aod.org for assistance.
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.
Reminder: Childcare Stabilization Grants
Childcare Stabilization Grant Funds need to be returned to MDE. Laura sent an email to principals with instructions. Please ensure that your business manager is aware of this as well. We will not be able to accept second round funds either.
