Assesses the impact of different types and amounts of Jewish schooling in producing adult religiosity. Results show that the relationship between amount of Jewish schooling and adult religious involvement is not wholly linear. Implications for Jewish, Catholic, and public schools are discussed. (Author)

The functions and purposes of the newly founded National Association of Parish Coordinators are discussed. (RW)

Discusses effective methods for selecting volunteers to become school board members. Focuses on ensuring that the prospective candidates understand the extent of their commitment. Suggests that organizations choose people who will make significant contributions to the board through active recruitment efforts or by posting announcements to call…

Describes the planning process used to develop a new arts facility at Xavier College Prep, a high school for young women in Arizona. Reviews the need for a new facility and presents the working plan, indicating that it will include classrooms, a dance studio, music practice rooms, and an auditorium. (AJL)

Describes the summer program at St. Agnes School, in Kentucky, which puts on musicals about social issues. Focuses on the theme of this summer's musical, which is the futility and danger of violence. Discusses the awareness that the summer program musical has brought to the children. (AJL)

The position and role of Catholic higher education in the ongoing globalization of higher education are discussed. Presents arguments in favor of the participation of Catholic universities in the processes of globalization while, at the same time, remaining true to their basic Christian values; the axis of this participation should be serving "as…

Discusses the top ten characteristics of effective Catechetical leaders: (1) prayerful/spiritual people; (2) passion for Catechetical Ministry; (3) creativity; (4) cooperative behavior; (5) active in professional organizations; (6) learns continuously; (7) respected by peers; (8) possesses administrative skills and run creative programs; (9)…

Describes the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB), George W. Bush's reauthorization of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965. Discusses ways in which the NCLB affects private religious schools, as well as offering suggestions for the ways in which Catholic schools should be addressing the changes in the law. (NB)

Discusses student exchange programs, collaboration in research, and the use of modern information and communication technology as responses to globalization, considering the needs and aspirations of the constituency of the International Federation of Catholic Universities. (EV)

Offers an analysis of church and state influences on the development of education in British Honduras (now Belize). Focuses on the British neglect of education in the colony; the emergence of tensions between the church and state, exploring issues related to Roman Catholic and Protestant rivalry; and church-state issues. (CMK)

Provides a brief survey of church documents to clarify the meaning of the term "Catholic Education." Indicates that the term consistently corresponds to education in the Catholic faith and tradition that occurs in a variety of forms and settings, and not only in Catholic schools. Cites 13 documents. (KP)

Surveyed student affairs professionals at Catholic colleges/universities to determine whether fact that staff member is not Catholic affects treatment received from others. Findings revealed that between 9% and 30% of the 116 non-Catholic student affairs professionals surveyed felt uncomfortable in variety of situations, and they felt that their…

Catholic college students (n=282) evaluated scenarios that manipulated precipitating illness and gender of suicide victim. Variables affecting the evaluator, such as gender, mood state, and religiosity, were also considered. Results indicated that the unacceptability of suicide is a function of precipitating illness and gender of victim as well as…

Describes the instructional approach and philosophy of the Loyola Institute for Ministry Extension (LIMEX) in New Orleans, offering master's degrees and certificates in religious education. Focuses on the use of intentional learning communities of 8 to 17 students working communally and LIMEX's definitions of "good learning" and…

Describes a project undertaken by the biology department at Ursaline College in Ohio to provide science teachers at local Catholic elementary schools with consultation/class visits. Provides tips for teachers of elementary school science, such as establish classes for young children, surprise students, and search for relevance. (BCY)