Malachi is an example of the virtues of affability and kindness. He comes to school each day with a smile and greets teachers and classmates. He often volunteers to hold the door for the teacher so the class can enter the school.

Ella Jones (1st grade) is being nominated for the virtue of kindness. By definition kindness is the quality of being friendly, generous and considerate. Ella exemplifies these qualities daily. She consistently uses her manners, is quick to say thank you, always showing her appreciation. She is the first to offer something of hers that another classmate needs. She is a true friend to all, genuinely tender-hearted. Thank you Ella for radiating kindness among us.

Elizabeth Clarke asks: “What are you giving up for Lent?” In my youth, this question was fraught with the anxiety of choosing which I would rather give up for forty days: ice cream or chocolate. More recently though, I have tried to embrace the ascetic element of this liturgical season as an opportunity to examine how God is inviting me to let go and who God is inviting me to become. Click to read more.

Have a happy (and peaceful) Valentine's Day (and everyday) with this new app! Developed by two ND grads, the Hallow App helps you pray in peace with the Lord in as much time as you have during your busy day: 1 minute, 5 minutes, 30 minutes...customize it as needed. Show yourself some love this Valentine's Day and download the app. Take a minute (or 5) to give the Lord thanks for the loves in your life and open your heart to receive the infinite love he has for you!

Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, February 26, and it's coming up soon! For most people, Lent is the time when they give something up (maybe something to do with a dropped NY resolution). Or maybe they resolve to add one thing. The truth is, Lent isn't about resolutions at all. It's a journey. And it's one that you take alone (at times), with your family (all the time), and with the parish community (at really important times). Click above for more!

Ester is a great role model of the virtue of prudence and lives out our mission of academic excellence. She is focused and on-task in the classroom. She asks questions and participates fully in discussions. Ester is always respectful and makes the right choice, even when those around her are talking.