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Toka: The Revival of an Indigenous Sport

Toka is an Indigenous sport played by the Piipaash (Maricopa) and Akimel O’odham (Pima) nations. This traditional game is experiencing a resurgence thanks to passionate athletes like April Morago. When...

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Joseph, Ofelia, and Mary Gallo Receive ACE’s Most Prestigious Award

In October, several members of the ACE and IEI team traveled to Modesto, California to present the 2025 Notre Dame Award for Outstanding Contributions to Catholic Education to Joseph, Ofelia...

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Building a Gratitude Wall

During the COVID-19 crisis, St. Pius V School in Providence, Rhode Island, has adhered to three core principles to persevere in their mission: Growing the faith of their families Providing...

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LEI Mentors' Insights into the CARES Act

Undoubtedly, the COVID-19 pandemic has posed significant financial challenges for our Catholic schools, especially those that serve some of our most vulnerable families and communities. As (arch)dioceses and schools navigate...

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Catholic Schools Tap into Paycheck Protection Program

When the federal government passed the CARES Act last month, schools, parishes and (arch)dioceses hoped they could find financial relief under the Paycheck Protection Program, which granted nonprofits and small...