Our Catholic Schools - Columbus

Earl K. Fernandes and Dr. Adam Dufault, Superintendent of Our Catholic Schools, attended the Front Royal Education Summit at Christendom College this week.

The summit brings together bishops, superintendents, scholars, institutional leaders, and strategic partners to assist educational reform across dioceses, schools, and institutions, examining the most pressing needs of Catholic educational reform.

Please continue to pray for all those who are a part of Catholic education throughout the summer!

🎓✨ Congratulations to the Class of 2026! ✨🎓

Today we celebrate the hard work, faith, leadership, and perseverance of our graduating seniors across the Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Columbus. Your journey has been filled with growth, service, friendship, and countless blessings — and this is only the beginning.

As you take your next steps, know that you carry with you the values, faith, and community that have shaped you throughout your Catholic education.

May God continue to guide your path and bless your future abundantly.

Students at St. Matthew the Apostle Catholic School recently showcased their hard work and dedication during the school’s “Speak the Faith” event.

As part of this impressive 7:15 a.m. elective course, eighth grade students presented research on Eucharistic miracles and the Shroud of Turin, demonstrating thoughtful study, public speaking skills, and a deep engagement with their faith.

The event was moderated by Anita Ference and Principal Courtney Caric.

We are inspired by the commitment these students have shown in living and learning their faith beyond the traditional school day.

At Saint Michael School, the school community celebrated a beautiful May Crowning, honoring Our Lady through this cherished Catholic tradition.

We are grateful for these meaningful moments that bring students, families, and school communities together in faith.

At Saint Mary School Lancaster, the community recently celebrated a beautiful May Crowning during their Grandparents Day Liturgy.
Eighth graders Dominic and Cecilia had the honor of crowning Our Lady, after reading essays about their person relationships with Our Lady. The school choir, 3-8 grades, was a definite highlight, as you see on the faces!

St. Mary School - Official

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! 🍎

This week, we celebrate the incredible teachers who serve our Catholic schools with dedication, compassion, and faith. Every day, you go beyond the lesson plan by forming hearts, inspiring minds, and guiding students to grow not only academically but spiritually.

Your commitment to excellence, your patience in the classroom, and your unwavering belief in each student do not go unnoticed. You are mentors, role models, and living examples of Christ’s love in action.

Because of you, our schools are more than places of learning. They are communities of faith, hope, and purpose.

Thank you for all that you do, today and every day. We are deeply grateful for you.

Administrators from the Diocese of Columbus gathered together to celebrate Mass at Church of the Resurrection yesterday. Bishop Earl K. Fernandes celebrated Mass, and Deacon Chris Campbell, principal at Bishop Watterson High School, and Deacon Paul Zemanek assisted.

Before Mass, our superintendent, Dr. Adam Dufault, honored administrators celebrating milestone anniversaries and extended his congratulations and thanks to Kathleen O'Reilly, who will retire after 36 years as a principal in Catholic education, most recently at Saint Brigid of Kildare School.

We are grateful for all of our administrators, teachers, students, and families in our Catholic schools around the diocese!

Congratulations to Saint Brigid of Kildare School on being selected as a Purple Star School by the Ohio Department of Education & Workforce! Purple Star schools are honored for their commitment to serving military-connected students and families, supporting their unique wellness and academic needs.

Congratulations to the administrators, teachers, students, and families at St. Brigid!

We were very excited to visit the along with and Reading Horizons, to celebrate the impact of its programs on students! You can learn more about the program at the link in our bio.

Our Lady of Perpetual Help School in Grove City is looking for a principal to begin this summer! To learn more, please visit education.columbuscatholic.org/careers.