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Here you'll find the latest news and information about our schools through stories, photos, and video. This section highlights the holistic development of the thousands of young people attending Archdiocesan Parish and Regional Elementary, Special Education, and Secondary Schools throughout the five-county Archdiocese of Philadelphia.
Press Releases and News
The Rising Together Alliance (RTA) is holding their 2nd Annual Benefit & Awards Ceremony to celebrate inclusive Catholic education in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. RTA advocates for and supports inclusive education for students with disabilities within AOPS' elementary and secondary schools.
Mount St. Mary’s University has partnered with the Secondary School System of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia in a new memorandum of understanding (MOU) that guarantees admission and a renewable four-year scholarship to Archdiocesan high school graduates who meet specific criteria. This collaboration enhances access to high quality Catholic education at the university level.
Holy Redeemer Chinese Catholic Elementary School in the Chinatown section of Philadelphia, will hold its 40th celebration of the Chinese New Year with special student performances. The programs will honor the students’ culture, traditions, and community through music and dance.
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia’s Office of Catholic Education will host the championship round of the Archdiocesan Elementary School Religion Bee.
Most Reverend Keith J. Chylinski, the Auxiliary Bishop of Philadelphia who oversees Catholic Education as part of his pastoral and administrative responsibilities in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, will preside over religion bee championship and awards ceremony.
Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez, D.D., Archbishop of Philadelphia, will visit Maternity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish School in the Northeast section of Philadelphia and celebrate Mass for the school community.
Due to the continued inclement weather impacting our region, Archdiocesan high school buildings in the City of Philadelphia will be closed and these schools will utilize a Flexible Instruction Day on Tuesday, February 24, 2026.
Parish and regional elementary school buildings in the City of Philadelphia will be closed and these schools will utilize a Flexible Instruction Day on Tuesday, February 24, 2026.