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February 22, 2021

Archdiocesan Schools of Special Education to Host Virtual Parent Information Night

The Archdiocesan Schools of Special Education (ASSE) will host a virtual parent information night. Wednesday, March 3, 2021 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. This session will provide families with an opportunity to meet the principals of the three schools virtually and to learn how ASSEs meet the needs of students with sensory impairments, physical disabilities, […]

February 19, 2021

The Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul and the Shrine of Saint Katharine Drexel Will Celebrate Her Feast Day on March 3rd

Faithful throughout the Archdiocese of Philadelphia are invited to celebrate the feast day of Saint Katharine Drexel with a Sung Mass at the Shrine within the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul.

February 18, 2021

Archdiocesan High Schools in the City of Philadelphia Will be on Virtual Instruction Tomorrow, Friday, February 19, 2021

Due to the inclement weather, Archdiocesan secondary schools in the City of Philadelphia will be on virtual instruction tomorrow, Friday, February 19, 2021. Students and parents should refer to their local school website for schedule information. Archdiocesan high schools in the suburban counties normally follow the decision of their corresponding local public school district and […]

February 18, 2021

Catholic Parish and Regional Elementary Schools in the City of Philadelphia Will Conduct Virtual Learning Tomorrow, Friday, February 19, 2021

Due to the inclement weather, parish and regional elementary schools in the City of Philadelphia will conduct virtual instruction tomorrow, Friday, February 19, 2021.  Parochial elementary schools in the suburban counties normally follow the decision of their corresponding local public school district and submit closure status independently. A communication specific to Archdiocesan secondary schools in […]

February 17, 2021

Archdiocesan High Schools in the City of Philadelphia Will be on Virtual Flexible Instruction Tomorrow, Thursday, February 18, 2021

Due to the projected inclement weather, Archdiocesan secondary schools in the City of Philadelphia will be on virtual flexible instruction tomorrow, Thursday, February 18, 2021. Students and parents should refer to their local school website for schedule information. Archdiocesan high schools in the suburban counties normally follow the decision of their corresponding local public school […]

February 17, 2021

Catholic Parish and Regional Elementary Schools in the City of Philadelphia Will Conduct Virtual Learning Tomorrow, Thursday, February 18, 2021

Due to the projected inclement weather, parish and regional elementary schools in the City of Philadelphia will conduct virtual instruction tomorrow, Thursday, February 18, 2021.  Parochial elementary schools in the suburban counties normally follow the decision of their corresponding local public school district and submit closure status independently. A communication specific to secondary schools in […]

February 17, 2021

Nutritional Development Services Of The Archdiocese of Philadelphia Launches Annual “One-Can Meal” Lenten Food Drive

Lenten food drives help fulfill the season’s call to almsgiving. This year’s effort is especially critical when many across the Philadelphia region are faced with increased food insecurity and financial challenges stemming from the ongoing pandemic.

February 17, 2021

Archbishop Pérez will Visit Monsignor Bonner and Archbishop Prendergast Catholic High School and Celebrate Mass

Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez will visit Monsignor Bonner & Archbishop Prendergast Catholic High School (Bonner & Prendie) in Drexel Hill (Delaware County) and celebrate Mass for the school community. Father Joseph Zaleski, Bonner & Prendie’s campus minister will be the concelebrant. 9:15 a.m. Wednesday, February 24, 2021 Monsignor Bonner & Archbishop Prendergast Catholic High School […]

February 16, 2021

*Media Advisory* Nutritional Development Services of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia and Chichester School District Partner to Host Free Community Food Distribution

This community food distribution is one of several organized by Nutritional Development Services in recent months in an effort to continue the fight against hunger.

February 10, 2021

Catholic Parish and Regional Elementary Schools in the City of Philadelphia to Open Two Hours Late on Thursday, February 11, 2021

Due to the projected inclement weather, parish and regional elementary schools in the City of Philadelphia will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Thursday, February 11, 2021. Parochial elementary schools in the suburban counties normally follow the decision of their corresponding local public school district and submit closure status independently. A communication specific to secondary […]