Early registration for the LASSCA 2025 Conference, themed "New Horizons: Prayer, Pedagogy and Practice for Lasallian Leaders," closes this Wednesday, Jan. 15 at 5:00 p.m. ET, and the price will increase by $250. Register here.
Registration will continue until Wednesday, Jan. 29, at 5:00 p.m. ET.
During the conference, speakers and activities, selected by the planning committee, will call us to reflect on how prayer grounds our work, how pedagogy shapes our students’ lives, and how our daily practice as leaders can transform not only our schools but also the broader communities we serve.
We are thrilled to welcome two dynamic speakers during our time together in February.
Dan Fitzpatrick is the author of the bestselling book, “The AI Classroom: The Ultimate Guide to Artificial Intelligence in Education.” He writes weekly on the transformation of education for Forbes.
His work has earned him esteemed accolades such as the Tech Champion Award at the Digital Industry Dynamite Awards and top 30 K-12 Influencers by EdTech Magazine. Fitzpatrick’s former roles include director for digital strategy at Education Partnership North East and senior leader at a secondary school. Presently, he serves as director at Thirdbox Ltd.
Fitzpatrick holds an M.A. from Durham University, a postgraduate certificate in education from University College London, and a postgraduate diploma in Design Thinking and Innovation from MIT. Fitzpatrick has helped 60k+ educators worldwide embrace AI. Additionally, he has partnered with hundreds of small business leaders and marketing professionals to enhance their practices using artificial intelligence. He is a regular contributor in the media on all matters of AI, and has been featured on ITV’s “Good Morning Britain,” Time magazine, Sky News and ITV News.
Dr. Sarah Wannemuehler has been involved in private and public education for over 50 years as both a teacher, assistant principal, principal and associate professor.
Dr. Wannemuehler holds a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from the University of Southern Indiana, a master’s degree from Indiana University, and an educational specialist and doctorate degrees from Spalding University.
Dr. Wannemuehler served as an instructor at the University of San Francisco for two decades teaching education law in the Institute for Catholic Educational Leadership program. For three years, Dr. Wannemuehler was the director of graduate studies at Aquinas College in Nashville, Tennessee. She is presently the director of clinical practice at the University of Southern Indiana and teaches in the Graduate School of Education. Dr. Wannemuehler is a member of the Education Law Association. She is a national lecturer on the topic of private school law.
We are pleased to announce that this year's recipient Brother Michael Collins Award of Excellence is the World Away Program at La Salle College Preparatory in Pasadena, California.
The World Away Program offers five pathway Centers of Innovation – exploring medicine and health care; intercultural relations; film and media; linguistics; and computer science, robotics and STEAM careers – designed for all students as they anticipate bold changes to future careers, develop constant curiosity, use creativity and innovation in thought processes, find courageous new solutions, and learn to thrive with new and challenging concepts. This program has been in existence for three years. It offers specialized content for curriculum to future careers, free Pasadena City College credit, and follows passion-driven training programs that ignite curiosity, cultivate lifelong learners and explore careers.
Keeping in mind the devastating wildfires in Southern California, we continue to pray for the students, faculty, staff and communities at La Salle College Preparatory in Pasadena, and Cathedral High School College Preparatory in Los Angeles. Please read this update from District leadership from the District of San Francisco New Orleans to learn how to contribute donations or support to each school.
Walking With Blessed James Miller: Integrating his Legacy Into Schools
On Jan. 29, at 6:00 p.m. ET, educators will have an opportunity during Catholic Schools Week to deepen their knowledge of Blessed James Miller’s life and martyrdom. Participants will be able to dialogue around integrating his legacy of faith, justice and social change into the school and classroom settings, as well as resources that can support these efforts. Learn more and register for the forum.
Students gathered in prayer during a school assembly upon returning for the second semester of the school year on Jan. 6. Photo courtesy Holy Family Catholic High School, Victoria, MN
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