by Richard M. Jacobs, OSA offers administrators, faculty and staff a treasure trove of theological and philosophical insight into how they might best educate young people. These educators can transcend narrow disciplinary and professional boundaries to engage the challenging yet rewarding work of transforming Catholic schools into formative communities of disciples. This is the eighth volume in the NCEA's Catholic Educational Leadership Monograph Series. 2009. 226pp.

by Timothy W. Dwyer, MA, MBA. Catholic school marketing involves more than purchasing a billboard, or a few radio spots. To be truly effective, school leaders must approach marketing as a vital strategic function that is based on sound research and a thorough understanding of the needs and wants of prospective parents. This workbook lays the foundation for creating a strategic marketing plan, targeting appropriate audiences, tailoring key messages and planning school communications to maximize impact. School leaders and marketing committees alike will benefit from this field-tested approach to a more sustainable future. 2009. 52pp.

by Timothy W. Dwyer, MA, MBA. Catholic schools today no longer have the luxury of conducting business as usual, operating from year to year with a steady stream of students and dollars. It is now critical that every school think, plan and act strategically, with a long-range vision guiding their annual budget decisions. The key is strategic planning, based on a firm commitment to the school's unique mission and vision. This workbook provides a proven process to assist an individual school or group of schools in the preparation of a 3-5 year strategic plan to address critical needs, and develop a sustainable funding mix. This is a valuable resource for school leaders at every level. 2nd printing 2009. 2009. 86pp.

by Leonard DeFiore, PhD; John J. Convey, PhD; and MerylannSchuttloffel, PhD. is a study which identifies the critical factors that face Catholic schools, particularly those in urban areas, and proposes strategies that, if employed consistently and well, will help to stabilize and reverse the downward trend in the number of Catholic schools and students nationwide. 2009. 54pp.

by Rev. Richard J. McGrath, OSA, PhD. The most effective Catholic athletic programs are Gospel valued and mission driven. The book has many suggested questions to ask the individual running the athletic programs, as well as, checklists, Guidelines, Assessment tools, and ready to use evaluation forms and other helpful forms. 2009. 48pp.

by William J. Campbell, SM, EdD. Strategic planning is one key to a successful future. This book provides a step-by-step process for planning, including an outline for an outside facilitator, in a relatively simple format. It is based on the successful strategic planning process used by the author. Templates included. 2009. 67pp.

Conversations in Excellence 2008 edited by Regina M. Haney, and Joseph M. O'Keefe, SJ. The programs described have several commonalities: They are the result of bold and visionary thinking; They are courageous in the steps they took to make a new creation; They are focused on providing a Catholic school education to those who seek it; They are future-oriented. Catholic schools must find alternatives to the traditional model of one parish, one school. Five new models from around the country are showcased, including merged schools, regional schools, and diocesan-wide systems. 2009. 153pp.

2nd Edition by Regina Haney, EdD, Stephen O'Brien, EdD and Lourdes Sheehan, RSM, EdD. This is an extensive rewrite of a landmark guide first published in 1987. It has been updated and made more comprehensive in presenting the possible models of governance for Catholic schools and education programs on the local, regional, and diocesan levels, and the relationship between them. It takes into account current trends that are more responsive to the changing realities of Catholic schools and parishes. Canon lawyers and civil lawyers have reviewed and contributed to the book. Quotations from Canon Law and the Catechism of the Catholic Church have been updated with the latest translations. Diagrams illustrate the various models. This new book will help Catholic school and religious education leaders to design or redesign governance structures, within the parameters of acceptable Catholic Church and civil practice, that can continue to be as effective and viable as possible in these changing times. 2009. 78pp.

by Barbara Hughes. This guide is a masterful work which celebrates the beauty of God's call and laity's response to become co-workers in the vineyard of the Lord through active ministry. This is a must read for lay ministers and those who support them. 2009. 127pp.

by the Partnership on Adolescent Catechesis (PAC). A joint project of the Partnership on Adolescent Catechesis (NFCYM, NCEA, NCCL). Published through the NCEA’s Department of Religious Education, this second volume compiles key articles on adolescent catechesis that were commissioned by PAC and appeared in each organization’s official publication over two years. It is intended to encourage a new national conversation among members of all three organizations, clergy and parents to encourage collaboration and advance the education and formation in faith of all Catholic adolescents. The book inaugurates the multiyear commitment to PAC’s National Initiative on Adolescent Catechesis and was used at the 2008 National Symposium on Adolescent Catechesis in Baltimore. 2009. 88pp.

Parish Catechetical Leaders on the Supervision of Catechists, The by Ginger Infantino. Here is a practical resource to help parish catechetical leaders fulfill the responsibility to evaluate catechists (NDC p.225). Principals of Catholic Schools may also find it useful. This workbook approaches supervision from the perspective of helper and mentor and contains a variety of sample supervision forms that have been tested in the field. 2009. 57pp.

Service Experiences. Edited by Martin Connell, S.J. and Christiane Connors. A Guide for the by Christian Service Learning Practitioners. Addresses foundational and practical challenges of Christian service programs through essays by practitioners who have demonstrated skill in the field. It considers specific principles that may be taught to students, strategies to point out these principles, and steps to turn service into a transformative learning experience. 2009. 137pp.

by Elizabeth Gross and Sal Guccione. Essentials of Professional Conduct for Catholic Educators. The authors offer from their own experiences as teachers and administrators wonderful insights and suggestions for enhancing the professionalism of all educators in this helpful guide. 2009 2nd printing; 2009. 26pp.

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. 2009. 86pp.

By W. Joy Lopez, Ed.D., with contributions from Blair Cook, Steve Kendrick, Stephanie Moore, Diana Murray and foreword by Stephen Phelps, Ed.D. This book is a step-by-step guide for those who wish to transform schools into 21st century centers of learning for all students through integrating digital technology to support the curriculum and instruction in this new era. Including tips and advice from experts, and also some sample policies and practices. 2009. 120pp.