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A Blog From Head of School, David Colón

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  • Building a Lifelong Journey for Girls in STEM

    In today's ever-evolving technological landscape, the importance of diversity in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics cannot be overstated. A recent study by the Northwest Evaluation Association (NWEA) revealed that middle school boys are once again outpacing girls in math and science—reversing years of hard-won progress toward gender equity in STEM. At Visitation Academy, that national story isn’t our story. We encourage our girls to embark on a lifelong journey in STEM fields. And what is the first step to doing this? Start early and foster the journey with the right tools, resources, and encouragement.
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  • A Shopper’s Guide to Catholic Independent Schools:  How to Ask the Questions That Actually Matter

    If you’re visiting Catholic independent schools, you’ll start to notice something: everyone says almost the same things. Every school promises academic excellence, personal attention, strong values, and community. None of that is wrong - but it can make the process confusing. This guide is designed to help families look beyond familiar phrases and ask deeper questions—the kind that reveal how a school’s promises are actually lived out.
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