Letter from Bishop Malone

Fr. Dennis G. Riter

In this bulletin I have enclosed a letter from our Bishop giving reasons for the closure of 10 Catholic elementary schools a month ago. Thankfully Northern Chautauqua Catholic School was not among those affected. The letter also speaks of future directions for Catholic Elementary Education, specifically an updating of curriculum to meet 21st century challenges. You’ll want to read it as well as the section in April’s WNY Catholic with pertinent questions and answers.

School Closings difficult, yet necessary
By Most Reverend Richard J. Malone