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Exploring the programs, people, and practices making a difference in Catholic education. Join host Thomas Boles as we hear from principals, teachers, and innovators shaping the future of Catholic schools.
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- You Don’t Have to Lead Alone with Dr. Vince Cascone Building Ownership Around Your School’s Mission August 20, 2026You Don’t Have to Lead Alone with Dr. Vince CasconeBuilding Ownership Around Your School’s MissionWhat makes a great Catholic school? After 19 years as a principal and seven years as a superintendent, Dr. Vince Cascone believes it starts with strong leadership—but strong leaders don’t do everything alone. In this episode, Vince shares how principals can stay […]
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School Marketing the Right Way - With Brendan Schneider. Why Identity Matters More than Buzzwords
In this episode, Thomas sits down with marketing strategist and former school administrator Brendan Schneider of to discuss one of the biggest challenges facing Catholic schools today: how to clearly communicate what makes a school worth choosing.
Teaching Tech with Purpose – Digital Citizenship, AI, and Creativity in the Classroom with Catherine Fuerte
In this episode of In Search of Catholic School Excellence, we sit down with Catherine Fuerte of Holy Angels School to explore how schools can teach technology with purpose in the age of AI. From digital citizenship and media literacy to ethical AI use and creative STEM projects, Catherine shares practical strategies for helping students become thoughtful, responsible digital learners.
A strong onboarding experience doesn’t just help a new teacher survive the first weeks—it sets the tone for classroom success and increases the odds they’ll stay with your school long-term. In this episode, we break onboarding into three essentials: a point person (mentor) who provides relational support, clear operations and expectations (schedule, procedures, safety, materials, communication norms), and practical curriculum/tech readiness (SIS, gradebook, devices, classroom tools).
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