Bill > HRes792

This Resolution supports the goals of National Catholic Schools Week, an annual event cosponsored by the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) and the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) that recognizes the significant contributions of Catholic elementary and secondary schools across the United States. It also commends the ongoing commitment of these schools, their students, parents, and teachers to achieving academic excellence and acknowledges their crucial role in fostering a more promising future for the nation. The resolution highlights that Catholic schools are internationally recognized for their academic rigor, provide a values-added education that emphasizes moral, intellectual, physical, and social development, and serve a diverse student population, including many from minority backgrounds and non-Catholic families, often as an affordable option, particularly in underserved areas. Furthermore, it notes their success in producing graduates dedicated to their faith, families, and communities, who are committed to service, with high graduation rates and college attendance.