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CATECHETICAL WORKSHOP

Archdiocese of Chicago Principals Retreat, Spring 2025

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The Carleton of Oak Park Hotel

1110 Pleasant St.
Oak Park, IL 60302 United States

February 4, 2025

8:30 am - 2:30 pm

Retreat Overview

Archdiocese of Chicago Principals are invited to join us for a day of prayer, reflection, and formation. Spend time reflecting on the themes of Encounter, Explore, Grow & Go. You will be given the opportunity to step away and be renewed in your vocation as a principal.

This retreat blends speaker presentations with interactive sessions, giving you a chance to explore content with a respected speaker, as well as explore and simulate practical strategies to help you, your teachers, and students grow in the spiritual life. Share best practices and enjoy catered breakfast and lunch with your fellow Archdiocese of Chicago principals.

Schedule

  • 8:30-9:00am

    Breakfast and Check-In

  • 9:00-9:15am

    Program Introduction

  • 9:15-9:45am

    Scriptural Reflection and Discussion

    Spend time engaging in a scriptural meditation followed my time to debrief and discuss with your colleagues.

  • 9:45-10:30am

    Equipping Ourselves to Serve

    Enjoy the first talk by James Melone.

  • 10:30-10:45am

    Break

  • 10:45-11:30am

    Christ and Our Story

    Spend time reflecting on how you have encountered Christ in your own life and how to best share that encounter with others.

  • 11:30am-12:15pm

    Holy Mass

    Celebrated by Bishop Robert Casey and music by Craig & Kristin Colson

  • 12:15-1:00pm

    Lunch

  • 1:00-1:45pm

    Equipping Our Teachers to Serve Others

    Enjoy the second presentation by James Melone

  • 1:45-2:20pm

    Leading Like Jesus Did

    Reflect on various passages from the Gospels and see how Jesus serves as the model for leadership.

  • 2:20-2:30pm

    Additional Resources, Evaluation

Join us, and you'll receive…

Catechetical Formation

Engaging sessions by a catechetical scholar provide background knowledge.

Practical Application

Research-based teaching strategies, and concrete tools to apply this knowledge in the classroom.

Spiritual Formation

You'll explore your vocation as a teacher, and your calling as a witness to Christ.

Ready-to-Use Materials

Receive a free supplemental guide featuring 10-12 lessons with activities and sacred art.

Presenters

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Jose Gonzalez

Jose Gonzalez joined the team at Sophia Institute for Teachers in 2014 after more than 10 years as a Catholic high school teacher. In addition to teaching, Jose has experience working in parish and diocesan ministry. Jose has been leading Workshops in over 70 dioceses for 10 years, and contributes regularly to our teacher’s guides and digital instructional resources. He has a BA in theology with a concentration in religious education from Franciscan University of Steubenville, and an MA in evangelization and catechesis from the Augustine Institute. Jose and his wife, Mary Beth, have four children.

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James Melone

James Melone serves as the Head of School for Saint Patrick Academy, an independent Catholic school serving PreK-3 through 8th grade students in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. James has dedicated 17 years to Catholic education and is a product of Catholic education himself. James grew up in Massachusetts and attended Saint Anselm College as an undergraduate. He earned his Master's in Education from the University of Notre Dame and his doctoral degree from Creighton University. Prior to starting at Saint Patrick Academy, James worked as a teacher and administrator at Catholic schools in California and Texas.

The Carleton of Oak Park Hotel

Archdiocese of Chicago Principals Retreat, Spring 2025

February 4, 2025

8:30 am - 2:30 pm

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