Catholic Schools in the United States [Two Volumes] An Encyclopedia

Subjects:

• Education » Education (General)
• Religious Studies » Comparative Religion
• Education » Comparative Education

Reviews:

• [C]harts the development of U.S. Catholic schools, from their 17th century beginning in Louisiana and Florida through today....[c]omprehensive. Controversial issues are not side-stepped and receive objective treatment. Highly recommended for all libraries but especially those catering to Catholic schools.
  —Library Journal January 2005
• This is an encyclopedia and more!...[a]n excellent historical overview of Catholic schools in the United States....This two-volume encyclopedia is very true to its stated aim. It is an extremely valuable desktop reference for anyone involved in or interested in Catholic education.
  —Momentum September/October 2005
• With over 340 entries by a host of notable Catholic educators, these two volumes comprehensively cover the basic beliefs, issues, and movements within Catholic education. It explores the academic history as well as the legal, social and political impact of Catholic schools on the Church and the country. The encyclopedia is an essential reference work for anyone working with or on Catholic education, the impact of the schools on society, and the various agencies and assocations that interact with this unique educational system.
  —Catholic Library World June 2005
• [H]ighly recommended for both high school and college-level libraries....[w]ill appeal to college-level holdings strong in education or Catholic education.
  —MBR Bookwatch May 2005
• While other books have dealt exclusively with the history of Catholic schools of list the institutions, this set provides encyclopedic coverage, including mission and identity types of institutions, major figures and associations, curriculum, administration, governance, finance, legal questions, and more....[v]aluable one-stop information on many aspects of K-12 Catholic education as it is practiced. Recommended for academic and large public libraries.
  —Booklist/Reference Books Bulletin March 15, 2004

• Endorsement From Daniel F. Curtin,
  Executive Director, Chief Administrators of Catholic Education
  National Catholic Educational Association: One of the most successful and effective ministries of the Catholic Church is that of Catholic education. In addition to the Catholic Church, Catholic schools have made and continue to make tremendous contributions to the civic life in the United States. Thomas C. Hunt, Ellis A. Joseph, and Robald J. Nuzzi have provided a valuable and rich reference tool on all aspects of Catholic education. No volume currently exists that addresses various topics related to Catholic education on such a comprehensive scale.
• Endorsement From Lourdes Sheehan, RSM
  Associate General Secretary
  United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
  Washington, DC: Scholars, reporters and practicioners will welcome this comprehensive resource on Catholic education in the United States. I am confident that it will be widely used by those interested in knowing more about the tremendous gift which Catholic education is to the Church and to Society. The editors deserve our gratitude and appreciation for the scope of the topics and the clarity of presentation.

Table of Contents:

• Alphabetical List of Entries
• Guide to Related Topics
• Foreword
• Preface
• Historical Overview of Catholic Schools in the United States
• Entries A to Z
• References
• Contributors