The governor of New Jersey recently signed a proclamation designating the week of Jan. 29-Feb. 4 as Catholic Schools Week in the state and acknowledging the contributions of Catholic schools to the public welfare of all New Jerseyans. The theme for the week is “Catholic Schools: Faith. Excellence. Service.”
Dr. George V. Corwell, director of the Office of Education for the New Jersey Catholic Conference, noted that the governor’s proclamation continues the tradition of recognition afforded Catholic schools in New Jersey by the executive branch of state government.
“The Catholic schools of New Jersey represent an investment in New Jersey’s future, and the sacrifices made by Catholic school parents save the state’s overburdened public school system – and local taxpayers – over $1.3 billion annually,” Dr. Corwell said. “We hope that all residents of New Jersey recognize the dedicated efforts of Catholic school teachers, which contribute to the overall success of our schools. Truly, Catholic schools represent a significant opportunity for parental choice in education.”
In the proclamation, Gov. Phil Murphy calls on all residents “to recognize the contribution Catholic schools make to education in our state and commend their faculties, students and parents for their dedication and devotion to the quality education given to this state’s most precious resource, our children.”
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