The Office of Communications releases the following statement from Most Reverend David J. Walkowiak, bishop of Grand Rapids, regarding the State’s legal challenge.

As we continue preparing for a safe return to school, Bishop Walkowiak wants to make sure no student is left behind. We are excited to share that he has announced up to $1 million in tuition assistance for returning and new families whose finances have been affected by COVID-19.

Superintendent Dave Faber shared this letter with Catholic school families today.

Bishop Walkowiak announces the extension of the dispensation for all Catholics within the territory of the Diocese of Grand Rapids from their obligation of attending Sunday Mass through July 31.

This story originally appeared in the June 2020 issue of FAITH Grand Rapids magazine.

This story originally appeared in the June 2020 issue of FAITH Grand Rapids magazine. It was written by Ms. Elizabeth D’Aurora, who teaches third grade at St. Patrick Catholic School in Parnell.

This spring, more than 320 students are graduating from the five Catholic high schools in the Diocese of Grand Rapids.

This is a guest post by Sarah Castro, a mom whose children attend St. Charles Borromeo Catholic School in Greenville. She writes about how Catholic education provides an enduring foundation for her children's lives, even during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Office of Catholic Schools is excited to share a letter from Bishop Walkowiak with a date to resume public Masses in the diocese.

Dear Friends in Christ,

Superintendent Faber shares a letter with the latest information about Catholic school education amid the circumstances of COVID-19.

Dear Catholic school families,

Thank you so much for the many ways you have jumped in to support Catholic education at home! We know this hasn’t been easy. Without your partnership, we would not have transitioned so quickly to remote learning, and your perseverance will allow us to end the school year on time.