Bill > SR16

This resolution designates the week of January 26 through February 1, 2025, as "Catholic Schools Week" in Pennsylvania, with the theme "Catholic Schools: United in Faith and Community". The resolution highlights the significant contributions of Catholic schools in the state, noting that they educate over 100,000 students across diverse communities and demographics. The resolution emphasizes the important role these schools play in developing students' values, self-esteem, and leadership skills, and points out their impressive educational outcomes, including a dropout rate of less than 1% and a 96% postsecondary higher education rate. By passing this resolution, the Pennsylvania Senate aims to recognize and appreciate the positive impact of Catholic elementary and secondary schools throughout the Commonwealth, celebrating their commitment to academic excellence and character development.

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