Welcome Back!
There is something special about the beginning of a new school year. It brings renewed sense of hope, anticipation, and possibility. Many of us smile as we remember our own back-to-school traditions—shopping for school supplies, getting uniforms ready, meeting new teachers, and preparing for the adventures that awaited us in the classroom. Those cherished memories remind us that every school year offers a fresh opportunity to learn, grow, and flourish.
As our Catholic schools welcome students and families for another year, we are grateful for the gift of Catholic education and for the many individuals who make it possible. Guided by our faith and inspired by the leadership of Bishop John Dolan, we continue our shared mission of forming young people who are faithful disciples of Christ, compassionate leaders, critical thinkers, effective communicators, and lifelong learners.
As we continue the spirit of the Church's Jubilee of Hope, we are reminded that hope is more than optimism—it is the confident belief that God is always at work through each of us. Every scholarship awarded, every student supported, and every act of generosity becomes a sign of hope for a child, a family, and our community.
This fiscal year marks Catholic Education Arizona's 30th year of partnering with schools, parishes, contributors, and families to make a quality Catholic education accessible to thousands of Arizona students. Together, we celebrate the extraordinary opportunity provided through Arizona's private education tax credits—an investment that changes lives, strengthens families, and helps shape the future of our state.
As we look ahead, we remain committed to educating individual and corporate taxpayers about these remarkable tax credits and the life-changing opportunities they create. Every contribution helps a student discover their God-given potential while strengthening the future leaders our communities will one day depend upon.
Beyond Arizona tax credits, our Changing Lives with Legacy Division offers additional ways to support our mission through charitable gifts, estate planning, and planned giving. These opportunities allow families to create a lasting legacy that will impact generations of students for years to come.
Thank you for your continued support, your prayers, and your belief in our mission. Together, we are doing far more than providing scholarships—we are opening doors, transforming lives, strengthening our Catholic schools, and building a brighter future for Arizona.
May God bless you and your family with a joyful, faith-filled, and successful school year.
Deb
