Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Baton Rouge and across the nation celebrated Catholic 
Schools Week January 27 - January 31, 2025. This was an occasion to celebrate the gift of education throughout the diocese with a formal dinner honoring distinguished graduates, a Mass at St. Joseph Cathedral in Baton Rouge with Bishop Michael Duca, and local recognition of milestones and awards.

Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., the chairman of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Committee on Catholic Education, shared his words on the week's celebration:

I wish to express my heartfelt appreciation to Catholic educators for their steadfast dedication to forming students in the Catholic faith. It is through their dedicated service to the educational ministry of the Church that Catholic schools continue to provide the nation with an education model rooted in the recognition of the inherent dignity of every person. Our schools focus not only on academic excellence but also on the spiritual, moral, and intellectual growth of students, with the goal of not only the flourishing of each individual, but also their ultimate salvation. Catholic schools nurture humility, wisdom, and virtue, guiding students to recognize and embrace what is true, good, and beautiful. This education empowers them to live lives of service to God and others, offering a freedom that only Christ can provide.

Holy Ghost Catholic School celebrated by highlighting the excellent service, above and beyond, by our team members as voted on by their own peers:

Wilson Wells Teaching Award - Jenna Dow, 5th & 6th Grade

Faculty Brotherhood/Sisterhood Award - Monica Painting, 3rd Grade

Staff Brotherhood/Sisterhood Award - Melissa Scott, Kindergarten Assistant

Teacher of the Year Award - Lindsay Schanzbach, Kindergarten

Distinguished Graduate Award - Linda Owens, 4th Grade (3rd from the left)

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Congratulations to all the award recipients and thank you for your dedication and service for the education of the next generation of faithful citizens.