Urban Revitalization: A Case Study of One Catholic Elementary School’s Journey

Authors

  • Roxanne Farwick Owens DePaul University

Abstract

This article offers background information on U.S. trends in Catholic school enrollment from 1965 through the present, and presents a case study of one school that is attempting to address issues of enrollment, identity, effectiveness, and the elusive but critical essence of making a difference in the lies of students. The importance of leadership, mission, and a sense of community are reconfirmed as essential elements to the future success of Catholic schools in the United States.

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Published

2005-09-01

How to Cite

Owens, R. F. (2005). Urban Revitalization: A Case Study of One Catholic Elementary School’s Journey. Catholic Education: A Journal of Inquiry and Practice, 9(1). Retrieved from https://ejournals.bc.edu/index.php/cej/article/view/674

Issue

Vol. 9 No. 1 (2005)

Section

Focus Section

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