Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Sip & Shop fundraiser at J.McLaughlin last week! It was a fantastic evening, and we’re thrilled to share that we raised over $3,000 to support CISE in providing a faith-based education for children in our urban communities. A special thank you to Louise Stakelin, Tricia Castellini, and the wonderful women from J.McLaughlin – Julie, Mary Ann, and Pam – for making the event such a success!
On August 21st, Hyde Park Country Club hosted the kick-off party for the CISE 2024 Annual Campaign, themed “Innovation & Impact.” The event brought together board members, staff, supporters, school principals, advocates, and the newly appointed Archdiocese of Cincinnati Superintendent of Catholic School, Matthew Daniels.
CISE President & Executive Director Phil McHugh led the event, emphasizing the importance of community collaboration and the significance of reaching the campaign’s $4.4 million fundraising goal, which will enable nearly 3,000 inner-city children to receive a Catholic values-based education.
Campaign co-chairs Nathaniel (Nate) Lampley Jr. and David J. Williams delivered powerful speeches. Nate discussed how touring a CISE-supported school impacted him deeply and reminded him of his own childhood. He also shared that his sons benefited from a Catholic education at St. Xavier High School. David, chair of the CISE Board of Trustees, reflected on his personal experiences visiting CISE-supported schools, highlighting the meaningful impact the organization has had on the community. A particularly memorable moment came when Sr. Janet Linz from Purcell Marian talked about her experiences supporting high school students and what CISE has meant to her and her students over the years. Sr. Janet’s words captured the essence of CISE’s impact.
The evening marked the beginning of an important fundraising effort and reinforced the strong sense of community within CISE.
Learn more about CISE (Catholic Inner-city Schools Education) at CISEKids.org.
The 2nd annual J.McLaughlin Sip & Shop fundraiser will be held on Thursday, September 12th from 4pm-7pm.
On July 30th, Dr. Mari Thomas, CISE CTE Consultant, gathered thirty educational and community leaders at Mercy McAuley High School for the third Catholic Business Advisory Council (BAC) session.
The group of educators and industry leaders explored two new CISE K-12 career resources and the web-based portal, LinkedUp Connect, which helps students and teachers find work-based learning opportunities aligned with curriculum and interests.
In addition, a panel of Catholic school alumni and students shared testimonials about the power of workforce readiness, early college learning experiences, and work-based experienceships. Panelist Iran Ferra-Clemente noted that sharing his story and networking with leaders was the highlight of his year.
The next Catholic BAC will take place on September 25, at DePaul Cristo Rey.
You have may have heard that Corryville Catholic Principal, Lauren Clements, accepted the position of Principal at Mercy McAuley High School. While we are sad to see her go, we are very happy for Mrs. Clements and thrilled for the students and staff of Mercy McAuley. We look forward to seeing the great work she will do at Mercy McAuley High School.
We are please to welcome Jessie Back as Principal at Corryville Catholic. With a wealth of experience and dedication to education, Mr. Back will provide strong leadership and foster a culture of academic excellence. We extend our warmest congratulations to Mr. Back on his new role and look forward to the positive impact he will undoubtedly make at Corryville Catholic.
A Message from Mr. Back
With a steadfast commitment to fostering academic excellence and nurturing the spiritual growth of students, I am honored to introduce myself as the next Principal of Corryville Catholic. As a servant leader guided by Catholic principles, I have dedicated my career to shaping young minds and fostering a culture of compassion, respect, and academic achievement. I have had the privilege of serving in various leadership roles, where I’ve implemented innovative strategies to enhance teaching practices, cultivate a positive school culture, and ensure the holistic development of every student. Through collaboration with teachers, staff, and families, I am deeply committed to upholding the rich traditions of our Catholic faith while embracing new opportunities for growth and excellence. I am a proud graduate of LaSalle High School and have learned first hand just how impactful a Catholic education is. I look forward to continuing the tremendous work and traditions of Corryville Catholic School.
Thanks to the generosity of our donors, this year CISE will award four-year high school scholarships to 90 amazing CISE students. With your support, these students will attend Catholic high schools here in Cincinnati and receive an excellent education that will help them reach their full potential. Together, we are building brighter futures. Thank you!
The Cincinnati International Wine Festival (CIWF) has been a consistent supporter of CISE since 1995. This year, CISE was honored to receive a generous donation of $15,900 from CIWF! We are so grateful for the loyal, generous support for nearly 20 years.
CISE is thrilled to announce that we have been awarded a generous grant of $30,700 from the Arby’s Foundation! Since 2021, the Arby’s Foundation has been a steadfast supporter of our mission.
We want to give a big THANK YOU to the Arby’s Foundation for their continued support and for helping CISE make a positive impact in the lives of children here in Cincinnati.
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Yesterday, the CISE Rosary Project visited 44 students in the grade classes at St. Lawrence School. What a memorable morning they had teaching about the Rosary and helping each student put the finishing touches on their own Rosary. The school was brimming with exceptional students who were most appreciative of their time with our Rosary Ladies.
Thank you to Louise, Tricia, and Susie for serving CISE supported schools and students with this important work.
A big congratulations to Andrew Kleiman for winning the $10,000 top cash prize of the Bushelman Friends of CISE Raffle at the Party at the Pitch on April 12!
Andrew and his wife Barbara are truly thrilled to witness the impactful progress CISE is making in the inner-city community, and they wholeheartedly endorse CISE’s commitment to providing education and wrap-around services for children.
Andrew’s upbringing instilled in him the values of generosity and helping others. Seeing his parents make sacrifices to send him to Catholic schools taught him the importance of giving back. Since discovering CISE in 2002, Andrew has been a steadfast supporter, making his first donation that year. His dedication extended to supporting programs like the Weekend Food Program in 2016, and he’s been actively involved in the Bushelman Friends of CISE raffle and annual campaign.
A heartfelt thank you to Andrew and Barbara for their unwavering support of CISE and its vital mission!
