Discover Catholic Schools Week- November 13, 2026
Happy weekend!
This weekend marks the beginning of Discover Catholic Schools Week, which is different from the Catholic Schools Week we celebrate in late January. This week is geared toward those who do not currently have children in our Catholic schools but are interested in learning more or enrolling.
As parents, you have the right (and duty) to choose what is best for your child, and sometimes that’s not us. That’s okay! Show them Jesus at home! If we can assist you, especially by providing a Catholic education, we encourage you to let us. Our diocesan Catholic schools have come a long way in the last 10 years. Though imperfect, we have placed greater emphasis on faith formation throughout the curriculum, fostering a relationship with Christ rather than simply learning about Him. If that interests you (and you'd like to be part of its renewal), we might be the place for you!
I also know there may be obstacles to enrollment, especially the cost of tuition. That's completely reasonable, but don't let the dollar sign deter you! First, diocesan policy states that we cannot turn anyone away for financial reasons (visit wearecatholic.org). Second, there are several scholarship and financial aid opportunities, including the Good Shepherd Scholarship, parish scholarships, and the Education Freedom Tax Credit (EFTC), which I am especially excited about!
The EFTC is a federal tax credit you can apply to the school of your choice. Those filing jointly can give up to $3,400, while single filers can give up to $1,700. You can even split it! Half could go to St. Peter's and the other half to Pius, Humann, Lincoln East, or wherever you choose. It is designed to help offset education costs and give schools more resources. Much like a scholarship, it can help mitigate tuition costs, depending on how much is directed to us.
As we learn more, we will be sure to share it! In the meantime, the OSN website answers many questions about the EFTC: Opportunity Scholarships of Nebraska.
God bless!
Fr. Stoley