Catholic education differs from public high school education in several ways, not just spiritually. From different curriculum focuses to community outreach projects, teenagers can benefit in all areas of life with a Catholic education. In this blog post, we’ll look at four key skills teens can expect to garner from their time in a Catholic high school. But four critical areas teens can expect to garner from their time in Catholic high schools are academic success, critical thinking, community integration, and job market preparedness.
Academic Consistency
Catholic high schools are known for their academic excellence and outstanding graduation rates. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, the number of students that end up graduating from Catholic high school is a staggering 99%. This is thanks to the strong leadership and high standards of learning throughout the Catholic school curriculum. Teens can expect to learn academic consistency and time management skills throughout a Catholic education.
Independence and Critical Thinking
Critical thinking is a key part of developing a unique perspective on the world. Catholic high school programs emphasize independent thinking, encouraging students to be creative and develop solutions to problems in and out of the classroom. A critical-thinking mindset can help teens navigate college, the job market, and the world.
Community Integration
In Catholic schools, learning doesn’t stop once you leave the school. There is a huge focus on getting connected with the local community and serving others in the area. This encourages teens to vote, get involved in local clubs and ministries, and much more. Experience in communication and service will help teenagers be excellent workers and members of society down the road.
College and Job Market Preparedness
One of the key skills that teenagers need is college or job market preparedness. Catholic education does a fantastic job of connecting teens with their local communities in a way that encourages them to grow, either by pursuing a profession or furthering their education. Catholic Education Arizona and The Diocese of Phoenix Catholic High Schools prove this with the impressive 97% of graduates matriculating to higher education, trade school, or military service after high school. This is a testament to the attention and job market preparation given to students in Catholic schools.
Without a doubt, Catholic schools work to prepare teenagers for their futures in several ways. By equipping students with the skills they need to succeed, Catholic education not only impacts teens, but the next generation of inventors, workers, and world-changers.
Are you considering a Catholic school for your teenager? Do you want to know how you can support your local Catholic high schools? Give CEA a call today and we’d be happy to answer any of your questions.
Posted March 6, 2023
