Bill > SRes482

This Resolution supports the goals of National Catholic Schools Week, an annual event cosponsored by the National Catholic Educational Association and the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, which aims to recognize the significant contributions of Catholic elementary and secondary schools across the United States. It also commends these schools, their students, parents, and teachers for their ongoing commitment to academic excellence and acknowledges their crucial role in fostering a brighter future for the nation. The resolution highlights that Catholic schools are internationally recognized for their academic achievements, provide a values-added education that emphasizes moral, intellectual, physical, and social development, and serve a diverse student population, including minorities and non-Catholic students, often as an affordable option. Furthermore, it notes their success in producing graduates dedicated to their communities and committed to service, evidenced by high graduation and college attendance rates.