Supreme Court hears clash between Catholic preschools, Colorado over ‘universal’ program November 4, 2026By Kate Scanlon OSV News Filed Under: Feature, News, Schools, Supreme Court, World News The U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments Nov. 3 in a case over a clash between Catholic preschools and the state of Colorado over whether those schools can participate in the state’s universal preschool program.
New scholarship tax credit could expand access to Catholic schools, say education leaders November 4, 2026By Kimberly Heatherington OSV News Filed Under: Feature, News, Schools, World News The Federal Scholarship Tax Credit, or “Education Freedom Tax Credit” — a federal tax credit for donations to 501(c)(3) public charities providing scholarships to elementary or secondary school pupils — threw a proverbial lifeline to Catholic schools following its passage into law July 4, 2025.
Pope Leo urges Catholic schools to be aware of ‘digital loneliness’ and ‘misguided meritocracy’ October 26, 2026By Courtney Mares OSV News Filed Under: Feature, News, Schools, Vatican, World News Pope Leo XIV urged educators to recognize the challenges facing young people today, saying many struggle with “digital loneliness,” broken families and feeling “paralyzed by the fear of making mistakes” when performance-driven culture turns ruthless.
Six archdiocesan schools earn Maryland’s top honor October 20, 2026By Catholic Review Staff Catholic Review Filed Under: Feature, Local News, News, Schools Six Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Baltimore have been named Maryland Blue Ribbon Schools for 2026, accounting for a significant share of the state’s top-performing schools recognized by the Maryland State Department of Education.
Public school students transition to Catholic schools October 20, 2026By Katie V. Jones Catholic Review Filed Under: Feature, Local News, News, Schools When Aurora “Rorie” O’Brien started sixth grade in 2025 at Monsignor Slade Catholic School in Glen Burnie, she was nervous and worried about missing her friends. As a transfer student from a public school, she also wasn’t quite sure what to expect in terms of studies and classes.
PIE Homecoming Classic October 13, 2026By Nelson Coffin Catholic Review Filed Under: Feature, Giving, Local News, News, Schools, Sports Seeking a way to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Partners In Excellence scholarship program, Roxanne Fiddler, director of the program, and her fellow PIE board of advisors brainstormed an idea especially fitting for the fall season.
Catholic education leaders applaud proposed rules on tax credit October 5, 2026By Gina Christian Filed Under: Feature, News, Schools, World News Catholic education leaders are applauding proposed regulations for the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit, which incentivizes private contributions to K-12 scholarships benefiting students in public, charter or private schools, including religious.
PIE students show impact of giving October 2, 2026By Christopher Gunty Catholic Review Filed Under: Feature, Giving, Local News, News, Schools The breakfast, sponsored annually by PIE to support Catholic students in the Archdiocese of Baltimore, invites local business leaders to network, hear about the impact on students and schools, and – the organizers hope – contribute to the cause.
USCCB files brief in support of Catholic preschools in clash with Colorado over ‘universal’ program September 28, 2026By OSV News OSV News Filed Under: Feature, News, Schools, World News The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops has filed an amicus brief with the U.S. Supreme Court in support of a challenge from Catholic preschools regarding their ability to participate in Colorado’s universal preschool program.
Culture of Life Studies Program’s 2026 pro-life essay contest now open through Nov. 7 September 25, 2026By Catholic Review Staff Catholic Review Filed Under: Feature, Local News, News, Respect Life, Schools The Culture of Life Studies Program is hosting its annual pro-life essay contest, open to students in grades 5-12, through Nov. 7.
Loyola University Maryland announces new and expanded financial aid initiatives for eligible students of fall 2027 September 17, 2026By Catholic Review Staff Catholic Review Filed Under: Colleges, Feature, Local News, News, Schools, Uncategorized Loyola University Maryland is expanding its financial aid offerings for incoming students, guaranteeing at least $40,000 annually for eligible Catholic high school graduates and full tuition coverage for qualifying Maryland students with significant financial need.
Archbishop Spalding wrestler breaks barriers as she eyes the Olympics September 16, 2026By Nelson Coffin Special to the Catholic Review Filed Under: Feature, Local News, News, Olympics, Schools, Sports Although Taina Fernandez looks forward to her senior year at Archbishop Spalding High School in Severn, she also has major plans following graduation. An elite athlete and the first girl to claim a wrestling title against boys in the Maryland Interscholastic Athletic Association – arguably the most challenging prep league in the state – Fernandez has her sights set on a berth in the 2028 Los Angeles Summer Olympics.
