Catholic schools have long been recognized for their strong programs in social science, language and arts, and, at many schools, physical education. But often the success of these programs has come at the expense of the science curriculum, according to some.
Schools planning for a shady future
By Mickey Conlon, The Catholic RegisterKent Shadwick has seen all kinds of numbers that suggest the youth of today are facing a future that includes a rise in skin cancer cases.
Above and beyond the classroom
By Jean Ko Din, The Catholic RegisterAs principal of St. Sylvester Catholic School in Toronto, Roy Fernandes believes in setting an example of what it means to live a life full of passion and purpose.
King’s University College doubles down on its future
By Mickey Conlon, The Catholic RegisterKing’s University College has taken a big step into its own future by doubling the size of its campus footprint.
Vancouver teachers get to the Core of their faith
By Agnieszka Krawczynski, Canadian Catholic NewsVANCOUVER – Vancouver College religion teacher Greg Van Dyk is always looking for new ways to teach the faith. So when he took a course at St. Mark’s College that compared mortal and venial sin to a broken bone versus a fracture, he knew he had something he could use.
New site helps students make right connections, reconnect with Catholic faith
By Jean Ko Din, The Catholic RegisterGoing to university often means leaving home and friends behind, but it doesn’t have to mean parting ways with your Catholic faith.
Brescia's first Fulbright scholar exploring unique Arctic Council
By Mickey Conlon, The Catholic RegisterAndrew Chater understands he is going where no Brescia University College faculty has ever gone before, and it’s a challenge he is welcoming.
Political passion looks for a place on campus
By Michael Swan, The Catholic RegisterFor most Catholics on the greyer side of the generation divide, student politics today definitely isn’t what it used to be.
Regina's Mother Teresa Middle School built to change lives
By Mickey Conlon, The Catholic RegisterFrom roots planted in the troubled North-Central neighbourhood of Regina has blossomed a unique group of youth who are making strides to break the cycle of poverty that is their everyday reality.
The Register Archives: Mother Teresa offers lesson for teachers
By Catholic Register StaffSt. Mother Teresa died Sept. 5, 1997 at age 87 after a lifetime of work with the poor in India. The founder of the Missionaries of Charity made several visits to Canada over the years and, in 1988, also recorded a message for the 100th anniversary of the Edmonton Catholic Schools. Here’s that message as reprinted in the pages of The Register after her death 21 years ago.
A mix of emotions as students begin first year of high school
By Michael Swan, The Catholic RegisterDorina Vadasz frankly admits, “I’m nervous. I don’t know anybody.” Mireya Salas’s older sister told her that high school is “horrible.” Dante Dominguez figures he will be happy with a B, but claims he will “try for the A.” Marie Attica is looking forward to starting a high school athletic career in soccer.