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Diocese of Grand Rapids

Professional Development Programs

Thank you to all who attended our workshop on August 3, 2016! We are excited to announce that we will be offering another FREE workshop for teachers in the Diocese of Grand Rapids on March 17, 2017. At this programs you will receive spiritually enriching content as well as teacher-written and classroom-tested strategies — all in a way that honors your vocation.

Join us, and you'll receive…

Catechetical Formation

Catechetical Formation

Engaging sessions by a catechetical scholar provide background knowledge so you can confidently engage students with our Faith.

Spriritual Formation

Spriritual Formation

You'll explore your vocation as a teacher, coming to see your calling as a witness to Christ in the classroom.

Practical Application

Practical Application

A veteran teacher follows each scholarly presentation with research-based teaching strategies, giving you immediate ways to apply this knowledge in the classroom.

Ready-to-Use Materials

Ready-to-Use Materials

Receive a free, classroom-tested teacher's guide featuring 10-12 lessons with classroom activities and sacred art.

What teachers are saying about our workshops

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"Everything was fabulous! Presentations, materials, curriculum, discussions, delicious meals: perfect, THANK YOU!" - Los Angeles Teacher
"I cannot wait to go back to my classroom and start implementing what I learned into my lessons." - Staten Island Teacher
"This workshop was not only about us growing as teachers but also as persons." - Austin Teacher
"All the sessions were fabulous. The day was effective and well-organized!" - Manchester Teacher
"I found this program more well-thought out and put together than any other presentation I have been to." - Los Angeles Teacher
"This was an absolutely wonderful day. This is exactly what Catholic Schools need to be able to offer their teachers." - Atlanta Principal