the Present by Leonard DeFiore. In 2009, NCEA published Weathering the Storm: Moving Catholic Schools Forward, the results of a study that John Convey, Mimi Schuttloffel and Len DeFiore had conducted outlining in some detail a series of strategies to deal with the current challenges facing Catholic schools. In his new book, Dr. DeFiore provides a concise history of the events that led up to the current situation as well as some policy recommendations for addressing them; indeed, this book ends just about where Weathering... begins. 2011. 63pp.

by Kevin Baxter, Ed.D. As a superintendent of elementary schools for the Archdiocese of Los Angeles, Dr. Baxter has implemented several new approaches to enhance marketing strategies and avoid school closings that other schools and dioceses can adapt. Second Printing 2011,2011. 63pp.

by Dr. Ellen M. E. Wedemeyer, EdD, MBA. This book addresses 5 keys to help teachers, parents, and admiinistrators reach, teach, and raise students with learning or behavior challenges. Second Printing 2001, 2011. 126pp.

by Michael L. Huggins, Ed.D., MSN, APRN. This is a companion volume to Internet and Social Media, The: A Legal and Practical Guide for Catholic Educators is designed to provide guidance to parents to ensure their children's appropriate use of technology. Second Printing 2011, 2011. 20pp. Five or more copies $2.40 member/$3.60 nonmember.

by William J. Campbell, S.M., Ed.D. Strategic planning is one key to a school’s successful future. This book provides a step-by-step process for planning in a simple format, including an outline for an outside facilitator. It is based on the successful strategic planning process used by the author. Templates included. 2011. 65pp.

by Lourdes Sheehan, RSM and Regina Haney. This video program is designed to serve as a core element in an orientation session for new members of Catholic boards, as well as useful review for current board members. 1991. Updated 2011. 20 minutes.

Bylaws in Church and Civil Law by Deborah M. Cerullo, SSND, J.D., J.C.L. The legal obligations of a Catholic school exist in two worlds, that of the Catholic Church and that of civil society. The Catholic Church's legal system, called canon law, provides norms and standards concerning the life of the Church, including Catholic education. The civil legal structure of the Catholic school, with its various roles and responsibilities, protects the Church's mission and property according to the laws of civil society. 2011. 80pp.

Process by Christopher J. McAtee, D.Min. and edited by Regina Haney, Ed.D. The author developed this Catholic identity assessment and planning instrument based on seventeen characteristics and traits of Catholic life, which have emerged during a twenty year experience as a Catholic educator. These chrematistics and traits are rooted in sacred Scripture, Catholic tradition, church teachings, and ministerial planning and leadership. 2011. 28pp. Also available in five packs for $50 member/$75 nonmember.

by Jeremy Belsky. Ten basic steps on how to find and create effective and ongoing relationships with your donors. Teaching you how to "motivate, educate, and maximize" your relationships with your school's donors. 2011. 46pp.

For Catholic Educators by Mary Angela Shaughnessy, SCN, J.D., Ph.D. and Michael L. Higgins, Ed.D., MSN, APRN. Facebook, Twitter and MySpace are part of everyday life for many people - including teachers and students. The responsible use of social media for communicating with students and parents can be a valuable tool, but inappropriate use can lead to a host of problems. This guide will be useful for all principals to use with their faculty. 2011. 39pp. Five or more copies $4 member/$6 nonmember.

Updated and Revised by Mary Angela Shaughnessy, SCN, J.D., Ph.D. Twenty years of articles compiled into one publication. A few articles have been updated with new developments, more recent legal thinking and case law. The articles are arraigned by subject matter and then chronologically. This text makes an excellent desk reference. 2011. 279pp.

by Ann Marie Butler, DC. Documents the author's work for a four year period in the process fine-tuning the small-group spiritual guidance experience centered primarily on high school students. However, the message and methods outlined in this book can easily be adapted for any age group including students at the college level. 2011. 34pp.

Schools and their Finances by the NCEA Secondary Schools Department. The Secondary Schools Department administers the Dollars and Sense survey to create a national portrait of the financial status of Catholic high schools. The Center for Applied research in the Apostolate (CARA) at Georgetown University conducted the survey on the Secondary Schools Department's behalf, which builds on previous studies. The report illustrates the challenges schools face while offering encouraging news about the creative ways schools address those challenges. For those who would like to read more, the full report is also available. 2011. 19pp.

by Robert R. Bimonte. This book of Lenten mediations is a wonderful way to help your staff prepare for the great feast of Easter. Based on the Scripture readings of the day, this is an excellent resource for you and your staff to spend time in prayer each day. Matching bookmark included. Fourth Printing 2011; 2009. 86pp.