Leadership
Benefits of a Catholic Education
One of the founding
pillars of the Catholic Community Foundation of San Diego is built on the importance of supporting K-12 education .
Special funds designated for Catholic education make opportunities possible for young Catholic students to be able to attend private schools through tuition assistance programs , or funds to support the schools ’ ability to attract and retain outstanding school administrators and classroom leaders to teach San Diego ’ s youth . Catholic education provides a nurturing environment for children to grow in their spiritual life , while also attaining the comprehensive knowledge and skills needed to help them develop into responsible global citizens .
The Catholic Community Foundation works closely with many of the Catholic K-12 schools in San Diego and Imperial counties and is honored with the opportunity to partner with the newest of the Catholic preparatory high schools , Cristo Rey San Diego High School ( CRSD ) of Southcrest . CRSD serves families of limited economic means by offering high school students a unique opportunity to attend a private , college preparatory high school at an affordable price . All students participate in the school ’ s corporate work-study program , in which they work five days per month at local companies and nonprofits . In their job assignments , students gain relevant , professional work experience , and their earnings go directly to the school to help offset educational costs .
Cristo Rey is helping to end the cycle of poverty and
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