This summer, several of the Diocese of Owensboro’s Catholic schools welcomed new leadership.
Education
Chesterton Academy looks to help students ‘grow in virtue’ as inaugural class begins this fall
Every time he welcomes someone into the facilities that will soon house the inaugural class of Chesterton Academy of Bowling Green, “I am filled with pride,” said the new headmaster.
Brescia University Granted Accreditation-Provisional Status for New Physician Assistant Program
Owensboro, Ky. (May 28, 2026) – Brescia University has announced another achievement in the launch of its upcoming Physician Assistant (PA) program.
A ‘family of believers’
Sandy Fleming’s classroom is decorated with M&Ms.
Sr. Amelia Stenger remembered for her love of God, Catholic education, and her Ursuline Sisters
Sr. Amelia Stenger, OSU, the first woman to serve as the superintendent of Catholic schools in the Diocese of Owensboro, “was never not a teacher,” recalled Sr. Sharon Sullivan, OSU, the congregational leader of the Ursulines of Mount Saint Joseph. “Her teaching was how can you help people discover whatever it was they wanted to discover.”
JPII earns winning title for diocesan basketball tournament
John Paul II School’s Knights basketball team won the diocesan basketball tournament earlier this past January and recently received their banner and trophy.
OCS announces plans for a preschool program
Owensboro Catholic Schools (OCS), in collaboration with St. Pius X Parish in Owensboro, recently announced plans to introduce a preschool program beginning with a small cohort in fall 2026.
Thirteen years since groundbreaking, JPII School sees ‘light at end of the tunnel’ with debt retirement campaign
The dedication of Union County Catholics to preserving Catholic education shines as a powerful example of faith, community resolve, and long-term vision.
Owensboro Catholic High School youth attend 53rd March for Life in D.C.
On Jan. 23, 2026, a group of students and adult leaders from Owensboro Catholic High School attended the 53rd annual March for Life in Washington, D.C.
Snow postpones Catholic Schools Week activities, but school spirit remains
The week of Jan. 25-31, 2026, celebrated Catholic Schools Week across the nation. The theme this year was “Catholic Schools: United in Faith and Community,” bringing into focus the value and contributions of Catholic education to students, families, the Church, and the country.