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Congratulations Catholic School Graduates of 2019

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6/5/19

DYNAMIC DUO—Valedictorian Abraham Castillo and salutatorian Jason Williams led the 135 graduates in the Class of 2019 at St. Raymond High School for Boys in the Bronx.

Class of 2019 Valedictorians and Salutatorians

Each year, Catholic New York salutes the hard work and dedication of seniors graduating from Catholic high schools in the archdiocese. The valedictorians and salutatorians of each school are … more

6/5/19

Cardinal Dolan greets a student after he celebrated a graduation Mass for eighth-graders from Catholic elementary schools in the Northeast/East Bronx region. The May 30 liturgy was offered at St. Theresa’s Church.

Bronx Eighth-Grade Graduates Called to Be Witnesses for Christ

At St. Theresa Church in the Bronx, Cardinal Dolan told eighth grade students, “Class of 2019, congratulations—you’ve done a great job.” The graduation Mass was for 660 students graduating … more

By ARMANDO MACHADO | 6/5/19

St. Raymond Elementary School students perform the “Sky is the Limit” at the 43rd annual Inner-City Scholarship Fund Friends Gala at the Cipriani 42nd Street in Manhattan May 21.

Gala Raises $1.2 Million for Inner-City Scholarship Fund

Amaya Rojas is thankful the Inner-City Scholarship has given her the opportunity to take a step toward achieving her goal. The seventh-grader at Santa Maria School in the Bronx shared her story … more

6/5/19

SECURING FUTURES—Robert F. Smith, founder, chairman and CEO of the private equity firm Vista Equity Partners, poses with Pierre Toussaint scholars at the Pierre Toussaint Awards Dinner in November 2015 in Harlem.

Billionaire Helped Toussaint Scholars Before Morehouse Gift

Billionaire Robert F. Smith capped off the May 19 commencement ceremony at Atlanta’s Morehouse College with a surprise announcement—he pledged to pay off the graduates’ student loans. Smith, … more

6/5/19

Cathedral Student to Attend Harvard Summer Program

Katya Hybran, a freshman at Cathedral High School in Manhattan, has been accepted into the Academies at Harvard. The Academies are intensive, five-day academic enrichment programs for high-achieving … more

6/5/19

OFF TO CAMP—Alex Santos, center, joins his Mount St. Michael Academy teammates after being presented his jersey and cap for the inaugural Prospect Development Pipeline League in a ceremony May 16 at the Bronx school.

Mount St. Michael Pitcher To Play in Elite League

Mount St. Michael Academy’s Alex Santos is one of 80 high school juniors in the Class of 2020 Major League Baseball draft eligible players invited to participate in the inaugural Prospect … more

By DAN PIETRAFESA | 6/5/19

Two Presidents, Principal Appointed at High Schools

Two presidents are right at home and a principal is making history as three appointments were recently announced at Catholic high schools in the archdiocese. Lou Tobacco is the president and CEO … more

6/5/19

Iona Prep Captures State Lacrosse Championship

Goaltender Stephen Krug stopped 10 shots to earn the game’s most valuable player award for leading Iona Preparatory School to the New York State Catholic High Schools AA boys’ lacrosse … more

6/5/19

Father Adolfo Novio, who assists at Sacred Heart parish, Patterson, and parishioner Judy McDermott watch as children pet Bonnie the lamb, who was visiting for Good Shepherd Sunday, May 12.

Good Shepherd Sunday in Patterson

Due to inclement weather outside, the Good Shepherd Sunday meet-and-greet following the 10:30 a.m. Mass was moved into the hall at Sacred Heart Church in Patterson May 12. more

5/24/19

A broadcast is shown of the work of Eddy award-winning elementary anchorpersons Salvatore Agro and Avamichelina Hodgens of St. Patrick’s School, Staten Island, during the 46th annual Eddy Awards May 17 at the ITV Studios in Yonkers.

Students Go to Their Phones for New Eddy Awards Program

St. Patrick’s School on Staten Island won seven awards, including Best Elementary News Team, at the 46th annual Eddy Awards May 17 at the ITV Studios in Yonkers. Maria Regina High School in … more

By CHRISTIE L. CHICOINE | 5/22/19

Nearly 1,000 students and faculty from 26 Catholic schools across the archdiocese gather for Mass in the gymnasium of St. Joseph’s Seminary, Dunwoodie, May 8. Fun and games, from tug-of-war to three-legged races, followed outdoors on the seminary grounds at the annual archdiocesan Regional Field Day.

Regional "Recess"

Nearly 1,000 students and faculty from 26 Catholic schools across the archdiocese gathered for Mass in the gymnasium of St. Joseph’s Seminary, Dunwoodie, May 8. Fun and games, from tug-of-war to … more

5/22/19

School Leaders Back Ruling on ‘Substantial Equivalency’

Michael Deegan, the interim superintendent of schools in the archdiocese, said he was “very pleased” with last month’s ruling by the New York State Supreme Court regarding “substantial … more

By JOHN WOODS | 5/9/19

Catholic School Students to Be Honored for Peacemaking

Three Catholic school students from the archdiocese will be honored at Pax Christi Metro New York’s annual Peacemaker Awards Reception in Keenan Commons at Xavier High School in Manhattan Sunday, … more

5/9/19

Cardinal Dolan confers the sacrament of confirmation upon Kana Welch, 17, at the Confirmation Mass for Youth with Disabilities April 28 at St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Behind Kana is her sister and sponsor, Sara Welch. Kana is a member of Resurrection parish in Rye.

55 Youths With Disabilities Confirmed With Holy Spirit at Cathedral

James DeCicco was at St. Patrick’s Cathedral on the morning of April 28, Divine Mercy Sunday, for the Confirmation Mass for Youth with Disabilities. His daughter Nyah, 14, was one of 55 young … more

By ARMANDO MACHADO | 5/8/19

The overall view from above shows the scope of the work at Msgr. Farrell High School.

Bread of Life Drive

The 28th annual Bread of Life Drive, sponsored by the University of Notre Dame Alumni Club of Staten Island, concluded with the sorting, packing and distribution of 70,000 items of food to 25 … more

4/25/19

Cardinal Dolan cuts the ribbon to officially open the St. Joseph by-the-Sea High School Viking Student Center on Staten Island April 8. Looking on is Father Michael Reilly, principal.

Student Center Blessing

Cardinal Dolan blessed the St. Joseph by-the-Sea High School Viking Student Center on Staten Island April 8. more

4/24/19

Three Manhattan College Students Gain Fulbright Honors

Manhattan College seniors Natalia Alvarez, Alia Flanigan and Emily Hay each received the Fulbright English Teaching Assistant awards for the 2019-2020 academic year through the Fulbright U.S. Student … more

4/24/19

For the past 10 Lenten seasons, Thomas Awiapo has come to the United States to tell his story from both sides of the CRS Rice Bowl, as a recipient and as a CRS employee. Above, Awiapo speaks with Iona Prep students during his recent talk at the New Rochelle school.

A Speaker Who Ate From the CRS Rice Bowl

Most Catholics in the United States are probably familiar with the CRS Rice Bowl program, which is a practical way to support Catholic Relief Services’ efforts toward development and relief … more

By John Woods | 4/24/19

Cristo Rey New York High School in Manhattan came in first place among six schools in the second annual Ignatian Social Justice Tournament. The April 8 event took place at Loyola School in Manhattan. Above from left, students from Loyola School, Regis High School in Manhattan and St. Joseph Prep of Philadelphia gather together. At far right is Tony Oroszlany, president of Loyola School, the host school for the tournament.

Cristo Rey New York Wins Ignatian Social Justice Tournament

In the second annual Ignatian Social Justice Tournament, Cristo Rey New York High School in Manhattan placed first among six Jesuit schools and received the $30,000 top award, which will be donated … more

By ARMANDO MACHADO | 4/24/19