Emily Diehm

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Teacher approaches school year with ‘flipped’ classroom

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton’s middle school mathematics teacher, Deb Brough, was looking for a better way to maximize her one-on-one time with each of her students. Her answer: a flipped […]

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Diocesan schools committed to continuous improvement

In April 2016, schools of the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend underwent a systemwide accreditation process through the national accrediting body AdvancED. AdvancED’s mission is to ensure that all learners […]

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Deacon Thomas Zehr

Attend the Ordination: Saturday, June 2 at 11 a.m., Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, 1122 South Clinton St., Fort Wayne Live Streaming will also be offered through social media channels. On Saturday, June […]

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Deacon Nathan Maskal

Attend the Ordination: Saturday, June 2 at 11 a.m., Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, 1122 South Clinton St., Fort Wayne Live Streaming will also be offered through social media channels. The tumultuous years […]

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CANstruction feeds the hungry

Glenbrook Mall in Fort Wayne will host Community Harvest Food Bank’s annual CANstruction contest on April 20-29. Focusing on the theme “Decades,” 12 area schools will build structures made from […]

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‘Confession made me feel closer to God’

Second-grade students around the diocese have been preparing for, or have recently received, their first sacrament of reconciliation. “Reconciliation is incredibly special,” said Allie Selking, a second-grade teacher at St. […]

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Lara Fairchild, Bishop Dwenger High School

Catholic school teachers shine the ‘Light of Learning’ The Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend celebrates its outstanding educators each year by announcing “Light of Learning” award recipients. The award goes […]

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Catholic school teachers shine the ‘Light of Learning’

Elise Bohl, St. Aloysius, Yoder — The Diocese Fort Wayne South Bend celebrates its outstanding educators each year by announcing “Light of Learning” award recipients. The award goes to an […]

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Family tradition brings Nativity story alive for children

Pat and Susan Landrigan wanted their children to always remember the true meaning of Christmas.  Recognizing that it is easy to get caught up in the gifts, lights and all […]

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Counseling initiative prepares students for success beyond school

A 2017 Gold Star School Counseling Award from the Indiana Department of Education was presented this fall to St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School in Fort Wayne. Gold Star Schools are […]