The 16 counties that comprise the Diocese of Green Bay include 8,545 students enrolled at 53 Catholic elementary and middle schools, and 2,231 students at six high schools.

"We, as a diocese, along with the whole nation, celebrate the great teaching and learning occurring in our schools during Catholic Schools Week," said Dr. Joseph Bound, director of education. "I encourage you to visit one of our schools during this week to see and experience the wonderful education of which we are so proud."

"Catholic schools provide us with the best opportunity to evangelize, catechize and educate our Catholic youth in the rich traditions of the Church," said John Reetz, assistant superintendent of schools. "By instilling these values in our students, we prepare young Catholics to be active members in their parishes and communities as adults."

Reetz said Catholic Schools Week provides an opportunity to celebrate the richness of Catholic education and to reflect on its hallmarks as an institution of learning that combines Catholic identity with strong academics.

"Catholic schools are more important than ever," said Jane Schueller, curriculum and instruction director. "Our youth are growing up in a fast-paced secular world. Our Catholic schools give students and families the opportunity to experience a culture of learning built around love and faith in God. This faith-filled experience will impact our students for the rest of their lives."

Each school will hold special events and prayer services. The attached schedule includes Mass details for specific school systems and individual schools.

Catholic Schools Week was established in 1974. It is sponsored jointly by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops and the National Catholic Educational Association.

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