Pages tagged "Education"
Coalition Letter Regarding Education Tax Credits
Letter from Opportunity for All Kids, Minnesota Independent School Forum, Ed Allies, Minnesota Catholic Conference, Great MN Schools, and...
Continue reading…Guiding Principles for Catholic Schools and Religious Education Concerning Human Sexuality and Sexual Identity
The “Guiding Principles for Catholic Schools and Religious Education Concerning Human Sexuality and Sexual Identity” were enumerated to p...
Continue reading…Virginia Walden Ford on Her Fight for True School Choice and Educational Opportunities for All Kids
This week's episode starts with a very special interview with a woman who, spurred by her passion for educational opportunity, inspired f...
Continue reading…Dr. Thomas Hibbs on the Role of Catholic Education in Shaping Civil Discourse
In this episode, we discuss with Dr. Thomas Hibbs, president of the University of Dallas, the role of Catholic education in shaping civil...
Continue reading…Michael Bindas on Blaine Amendments & School Choice Case: Espinoza v. Montana Department of Revenue
The first Monday of October marks the start of the U.S. Supreme Court’s session. Among the cases being heard this session is Espinoza v. ...
Continue reading…Minnesota Legislature 2019 - What bills passed and what bills failed
In this edition of Inside the Capitol, we take a look at several bills you helped pass by advocating for life and dignity, the bills you helped prevent from becoming law, and issues that have not yet crossed the finish line.
Continue reading…Letter to the Omnibus Education Finance Conference Committee
Dear Members of the Omnibus Education Finance Conference Committee: The Minnesota Catholic Conference, the public policy voice for the Ca...
Continue reading…1,000+ Catholics advocate for life & dignity + immigrant driver's licenses, & school choice bill
In this episode, we feature Catholics at the Capitol, a day of prayer, inspiration, education, and advocacy, during which than 1,000 Catholics from across Minnesota came together to learn about faithful citizenship and how to be effective advocates for life and dignity.
Continue reading…Inside the Capitol: School Choice & March for Life
During National School Choice Week, Catholic school students rallied with students from public, private, and charter schools recently to...
Continue reading…The Catholic Spirit: Opposed by MCC, ‘transgender toolkit’ approved by state education department
A “best practices” guide for schools with transgender students approved by a Minnesota Department of Education advisory council denies reality and detracts from the purpose of education. The toolkit outlines practices for supporting students transitioning from their biological to perceived gender, using students’ preferred names and pronouns, and restroom use and overnight sleeping arrangements.
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