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Center for Catholic Education

Faith, Service and Excellence

The University of Dayton Center for Catholic Education promotes, enhances, energizes and supports Catholic schools. We are focused on the formation of Catholic educators, providing programs and services that enhance the Church's mission and foster excellence in Catholic schools.

Our staff delivers programs and services in a Catholic and Marianist spirit — to educate for formation in faith; to provide an integral quality education; to educate in family spirit; to educate for service, justice and peace; and to educate for adaptation and change.

We readily expand the scope of our service in response to the needs of Catholic education. We adhere to our core values and beliefs, while seeking to improve our connection with those who share our mission, including other areas of UD, the Marianists, the Archdiocese of Cincinnati and other universities.

Fast Facts

230+ partners

across the nation, community and campus

3 programs

within the Center: ECHO, Lalanne and Saint Remy Initiative

Catholic Education is Our Calling

Opportunities that Matter

Our programs are firmly rooted in our Catholic, Marianist values. UD is focused on community, and by taking part in any of our programs, you'll become a part of a collaborative, welcoming community of learners. Here, you'll find a supportive environment where you can ask questions, gain a well-rounded perspective and use your talents for the greater good.

Featured Programs and Initiatives

ECHO (Empowering Children with Hope and Opportunity)

Partnership between the UD Center for Catholic Education and local Catholic schools. Staffed by licensed counselors & social workers, ECHO aids teachers and administrators in helping remove non-academic barriers to learning ­— poverty, exposure to addiction, violence, discrimination, separation or physical and sexual abuse.

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Lalanne

Specialized program for teacher education graduates pursuing a master's degree at UD. Lalanne teachers benefit from two years of mentored teaching experience and live in community with other Lalanne teachers. Alumni go on to serve as teachers, administrators, campus ministers and lay parish leaders.

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Saint Remy Initiative

Collaboration with the Archdiocese of Cincinnati. Creates a spiritual and professional community where Catholic school principals and teachers have an opportunity to strengthen their knowledge and skills in the spiritual, academic, and managerial dimensions of their ministry.

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Catholic Education Awards

The University of Dayton recognizes "the light of faith" in Catholic school teachers with the Lumen Fidei and Rising Star awards for outstanding Catholic teaching in Ohio. Lumen Fidei is believed to be the first such statewide award honoring Catholic teachers.

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Support Catholic Education

Every gift, regardless of size, makes an impact on the work of the UD Center for Catholic Education. Please take a moment to help us provide support and resources for Catholic Education.

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Contact Center for Catholic Education
300 College Park
Dayton, Ohio 45469 - 2967
937-229-3778 email

Center for Catholic Education Staff

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