School secretary Mary Ann DeKemper welcomes visitors to schoolCalling St. Paul School a “Pearl of Great Price” (Matthew 13:45–46), principal Robert Brodbeck told parishioners at the 11:30 a.m. Mass on Sunday that Catholic Schools stand as a bullwark against the influences of secular life in today’s society.
He said that this education is something on which you cannot put a price. He praised the untiring efforts of teachers who work countless hours and constantly provide an example of the church’s moral values. The school day, he pointed out, begins with prayer and there is prayer at lunch and at the closing of school.
Brodbeck stood behind the pulpit adorned with a banner stressing the theme of Catholic Schools Week, “A+ for America” and the school motto, “Educating in the Light of Christ.”
The principal thanked parents who sacrifice to send their childen to St. Paul and other parishioners who provide support not covered by tuition.
The Mass and open house kicked off Catholic Schools Week. Many stayed after Mass to visit classrooms with students.
Monday there will be a Pep Rally at 2 p.m. in the Gym with a school-wide service project : Making bears for patients at Akron Children’s Medical Center,.
See other photos of the open house
See the complete schedule of Catholic Schools Week.
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