Archdiocese of Baltimore Catholic Schools

09/03/2026

“I went into the competition of Miss Maryland saying whatever God’s plan is for me, I don’t have control over it,” Gianna Romero said. “I just want to have as much fun as possible. I am going to trust in that process and trust in that plan.”

Romero competed to become Miss Bel Air and was named to the role in 2024. Then, in June, as she was preparing for her senior year at Stevenson University in Owings Mills, she was crowned Miss Maryland. She sees that position as both an honor and an opportunity.

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Gianna Romero was 18 when she first learned about a scholarship opportunity through Miss Maryland. She saw Miss Bel Air out in the community and was curious about the role.

09/02/2026

While most students are enjoying a break from school, Biscuit is waiting for the halls of St. Mary’s School to fill again. The emotional support dog has become such a fixture on campus that students, teachers and administrators say summer feels a little different without her. https://catholicreview.org/biscuit-goes-to-school/ St. Mary's Parish & School, Annapolis St. Mary's Elementary School St. Mary's High School

Since arriving at St. Mary’s three years ago, Biscuit has become far more than some sort of school mascot. The emotional support dog, which school leaders believe to be the first permanent animal of her kind at a school in the Archdiocese of Baltimore, is woven into daily life at the pre-K-to-12 c...

09/02/2026

Watching students learn, grow and become more confident — that’s what makes teaching so special. 🍎✨

Congratulations to Jennifer Robertson, Archbishop Spalding High School math teacher and the Archdiocese of Baltimore High School Teacher of the Year! Her dedication to her students makes a difference every day.

Get to know Jennifer and read her story: https://catholicreview.org/award-winning-teacher-finds-joy-in-students-growth/ Archbishop Spalding High School

Jennifer Robertson always wanted to be a kindergarten teacher. An elementary education major with a concentration in mathematics from New York, Robertson soon discovered that wasn’t the path God wanted for her.

09/02/2026

New school year. New adventures. New opportunities to learn and grow! 📚✨

Archbishop William E. Lori is welcoming students back to school and sharing his hopes for a wonderful year ahead.

Here’s to new friendships, big dreams, lots of learning — and keeping Christ at the center of it all! 🙏🎒

Read his message:

Teachers and staff members across the Archdiocese of Baltimore welcomed students to the start of a new school year Aug. 31 with smiles, hugs and words of encouragement. At Immaculate Conception School (ICS) in Towson, Archbishop Williiam E. Lori and Chancellor of Education Gregory Farno also joined....

09/01/2026

When Bernard Mambo, a French teacher at St. John’s Catholic Prep in Buckeystown, travels with high school students abroad, he carries his “big book” with him at all times. Filled with medical records, dietary concerns, notarized permission slips and other details about everyone on the trip, the book – really a large binder – helps him know exactly what to do should a situation arise, he said.

He does know one thing for certain about each student; international travel, he said, “literally changes” their lives.

“They just grow up like crazy,” Mambo said. “They can see the world is not just St. John’s. It is more than that.”

When Bernard Mambo, a French teacher at St. John’s Catholic Prep in Buckeystown, travels with high school students abroad, he carries his “big book” with him at all times. Filled with medical records, dietary concerns, notarized permission slips and other details about everyone on the trip, th...

09/01/2026

A calling to serve. A passion for teaching. A well-deserved Teacher of the Year honor! 🍎✨

Congratulations to Juliana D’Alessandro! Her dedication to her students and love for Catholic education make a difference every day.

Get to know this inspiring educator: https://catholicreview.org/a-call-to-serve-leads-juliana-dalessandro-to-teacher-of-the-year-honor/ St. Mark School Catonsville

After six years of teaching at St. Mark School in Catonsville, Juliana D’Alessandro has found her niche: upper elementary-age students – specifically fourth-grade students.

08/31/2026

For Catherine Kauffmann, teaching is more than a career — it’s an opportunity to share her love of literature, writing and learning with the next generation. 📚✏️

As a high school English teacher at Maryvale Preparatory School, she finds joy in the pace of the classroom, the relationships she builds with her students and, of course, the laughter along the way.

In May, Mrs. Kauffmann was named the Independent Catholic School Teacher of the Year. Congratulations to her on this well-deserved recognition! 🎉

Read more about Mrs. Kauffmann and what inspires her work: https://catholicreview.org/faith-creativity-and-connection-drive-teacher-of-the-year-catherine-kauffmann/

Maryvale Preparatory School

Some of Catherine Kauffmann’s favorite things to do are working with texts and writing. As a high school English teacher at Maryvale Preparatory School in Lutherville, Kauffmann is able to do both.

08/31/2026

08/28/2026

One faith. One community. One exciting new school year! 🎓📚🙌

Catholic school educators from across the Archdiocese of Baltimore gathered to kick off the 2026-27 school year, celebrate one another and get ready to welcome students back to campus!

Here’s to a year filled with faith, learning, friendship and plenty of school spirit. 💙

See more from the 2026 Catholic Education Convocation:

Dressed in matching school T-shirts, custom spiritwear, and colorful merchandise, a mosaic of educators, faculty and administrators attended the 2026 Catholic School Convocation at the Church of Nativity in Timonium.