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Designating the week of January 30, 2022, to February 5, 2022, as "Catholic Schools Week" in the City of Philadelphia, and further honoring and recognizing Catholic education throughout the City, and all Catholic Schools in the 4th Councilmanic District of the City of Philadelphia.
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WHEREAS, Catholic Schools week was founded in 1974 to celebrate Catholic schools and catholic education in the United States. Catholic Schools Week is celebrated the last week of January through the first week of February, and is marked by masses, celebrations, and recognitions of students, staff, and faculty for their hard work and dedication. The theme for Catholic Schools Week 2022 is Faith. Excellence. Service; and
WHEREAS, Immaculate Heart of Mary School is led by Father Edward Casey and Principal Patrick Foley. The schools is committed to educating the whole child, academically, spiritually, emotionally, and recognizing the gifts and abilities of each student. They have implemented a rigorous curriculum, teach values, and practice effective instruction. Immaculate Heart of Mary is dedicated to ensuring that its students will live as responsible members of society in the 21st Century; and
WHEREAS, Mercy Career and Technical High School is led by President Sr. Rosemary Herron RSM and Principal Christian Aument. The school provides an education that combines an academic curriculum with career and technical experience to prepare their students for the workforce and post-secondary education. The core values of the school preach the idea that every person has inherent dignity and is worthy of respect as well as ensuring a diverse environment that builds a culture of appreciation, acceptance, understanding, and collaboration. They work to prepare their students for meaningful lives and successful careers as an investment into the future; and
WHEREAS, Holy Family Early Childhood Education Program is led by Director April Moore. The school offers a safe, welcoming, and e...
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