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Join us July 12, 2013!

The Center for Catholic Education at the University of Dayton welcomes you to join us for the 2013 Catholic Education Summit, to be held July 12, 2013. 

The focus of the summit will be Urban Catholic Education: Meeting the Needs of ALL Learners. Presentations will center on the following themes: 

  • Mission and Catholic Identity
  • Governance and Leadership
  • Academic Excellence
  • Operational Vitality

Educators from all settings – urban, suburban, and rural – will find this conference to be informative. We welcome all teachers, superintendents, pastors, philanthropists, and higher education personnel to attend. The summit holds promise for networking, informing, praying, dreaming, planning, and taking action so that the gift of urban Catholic schools will flourish. 

For further information, please contact Gina Lloyd at rlloyd1@udayton.edu or 937-229-3921.

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"A Call to be Christ’s Arms in the World"
The Evangelization Mission of Urban Catholic Schools

Dr. Mary C. McDonald

Catholic schools in the inner cities and urban areas of our country are a mission to the poor and disenfranchised, to be witnesses of hope and faith, and to make Christ present to the children served by providing an excellent academic program in a faith-based environment. Catholic schools are called to be Christ's arms in the world by lifting up all God's children.

From parish-based schools to a unified system: sustaining a 150 year-old legacy

Dr. Kenith Britt, Brian Grimone, Dr. Pamela Cross Young

Catholic Central School consolidated the 150 year-old parish-based elementary schools and the Archdiocesan high schools to form a unified PK-12 system in 2005. Since the formation of the system, the establishment of the Board of Trustees, and the hiring of a president, teacher salaries increased by 40%, the school has maintained a strong balanced budget, major facility improvements were made, and over $6 million was raised toward the construction of a new school.

Blocks, Dress-ups and Make Believe: The Power of Play in the Faith Formation of Young Children

Dr. Shauna Adams

Play is powerful at all stages of development and learning, but is especially important in the faith formation of young children.  Play provides opportunities to learn and practice new concepts and skills.  Play inspires children to act out stories, and in turn, provides opportunities for children to make meaning of their world.  In this session, participants will learn how to create a play-based faith formation program that helps young children come to understand the wonders of God’s love.

Lessons Learned in Preparing 100 Teachers for the Urban Classroom

Dr. Rochonda L. Nenonene,  Dr. Pamela Cross Young

Who will successfully teach the growing population of ethnically diverse poor in our country?  What lessons have been learned from the University of Dayton’s Urban Teacher Academy regarding teacher leadership qualities, commitments and cultural sensitivities that are needed to increase student achievement in urban and similar settings that serve diverse communities?

Mental Illness: A Non-Academic Barrier to Learning

Ms. Rhonda Mercs

The Urban Child Development Resource Center offers services to aid in the social and emotional development of children. The mental health therapists educate teachers and families in understanding and recognizing mental disorders prevalent in the classroom. The family advocates assist families in meeting basic needs.

Participants will be presented information regarding common mental disorders observed in the classroom and how this is a barrier to learning. What can educators do? Participants will be given ideas and suggestions to handle these situations.

iPads in the Classroom

Ms. Jenny Holzmer

As technology becomes increasingly present in the lives of our students, the integration of technology into our instruction and assessment is becoming more and more vital. Come learn and discuss effective and interactive techniques for the iPad in the classroom. Attendees will leave with a handout that includes multiple ideas for how to enhance curriculum using the iPad.

Reflection on Talk by Dr. Gollar

Dr. Jim Rigg

This talk will represent a reflection to Dr. Gollar's keynote. Insights will be offered about the current state of urban education in the Archdiocese of Cincinnati, and how this topic relates to the thoughts offered by Dr. Gollar.

Online Catholic School Leadership Master's Degree

Fr. Joseph Massucci,  Dr. Dave Dolph

The presentation will involve a historical overview of the Catholic school master's degree program at the University of Dayton. Topics highlighted will include:  

  • Description o f the online program
  • Involvement of instructors with administrative experience in Catholic schools
  • Unique opportunities for students to interact with other Catholic school educators from around the United States
  • Demonstration of an online course

For further information, please contact Gina Lloyd at rlloyd1@udayton.edu or 937-229-3921.

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Participate online!

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"A Call to be Christ’s Arms in the World"
The Evangelization Mission of Urban Catholic Schools

Dr. Mary C. McDonald

Catholic schools in the inner cities and urban areas of our country are a mission to the poor and disenfranchised, to be witnesses of hope and faith, and to make Christ present to the children served by providing an excellent academic program in a faith-based environment. Catholic schools are called to be Christ's arms in the world by lifting up all God's children.

Blocks, Dress-ups and Make Believe: The Power of Play in the Faith Formation of Young Children

Dr. Shauna Adams

Play is powerful at all stages of development and learning, but is especially important in the faith formation of young children.  Play provides opportunities to learn and practice new concepts and skills.  Play inspires children to act out stories, and in turn, provides opportunities for children to make meaning of their world.  In this session, participants will learn how to create a play-based faith formation program that helps young children come to understand the wonders of God’s love.

Additional sessions will be offered by the following:

  • Dr. Erik Goldschmidt
  • Dr. Mary McDonald
  • Christine Healey
  • Sr. Angela Ann Zukowski

Participants will have an opportunity to interact via the Virtual Conference Center before the Summit, during the Summit by posting questions, and after the Summit through threaded discussion.

For further information, please contact Gina Lloyd at rlloyd1@udayton.edu or 937-229-3921.

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Get to know who will be leading your sessions.

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For further information, please contact Gina Lloyd at rlloyd1@udayton.edu or 937-229-3921.

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8:30-9:00
Registration

9:00-9:20
Prayer and Introduction

9:20-9:45
Opening Remarks

9:45-10:45
Session One

10:45-11:00
Break

11:00-12:00
Session Two

12:00-12:45
Lunch

12:45-1:45
Session Three

1:45-2:00
Break

2:00-3:00
Session Four

3:00-3:15
Break

3:15-4:15
Session Five

4:15-4:30
Prayer and Conclusion

For further information, please contact Gina Lloyd at rlloyd1@udayton.edu or 937-229-3921.

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Coming from out of town?

A special room rate has been secured at the Dayton Marriott on Patterson Boulevard near the University of Dayton campus for guests who wish to stay overnight.  The room rate is $110 per room per night plus taxes.  A complimentary shuttle to and from campus on July 12 will be available for hotel guests.

Please click here to make your reservation.

If you would like to explore Dayton during your stay, please visit www.activedayton.com for dining and entertainment options. 

Please check back for a more detailed restaurant guide!

For further information, please contact Gina Lloyd at rlloyd1@udayton.edu or 937-229-3921.

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Get where you need to be!

Summit guests will park in the S1 parking lot located at the corner of Stewart and Brown Streets. There is no need for a parking pass to park in S1 on July 12, 2013.

Driving Directions to the University of Dayton


From I-75, northbound (from Cincinnati)

Exit I-75 at #51 Edwin C. Moses Boulevard. Turn right and follow Edwin C. Moses Boulevard east to Stewart Street. Turn right and continue on Stewart Street until you cross Main Street.  Turn right at the next stoplight, just before the Speedway gas station.  You may park anywhere in S1 only.

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For further information, please contact Gina Lloyd at rlloyd1@udayton.edu or 937-229-3921.

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