Tuesday, September 2, 2008

News 10 NBC: Some Parents Still Upset with Catholic Diocese

News 10 NBC reports on parents continuing to be frustrated with restricted communications from the Diocese of Rochester.

Parents are packing their children's bags and getting them ready for the first day of classes but not everyone is excited. Some parents we spoke with today are still upset with the Rochester Catholic Diocese. One Catholic school parent told News 10NBC, “I'm angry and frustrated by the limited communication that comes around changes that have such a significant impact.”
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D&C: A New Era in Catholic Education

The Democrat & Chronicle reports on the opening of Monroe County Catholic Schools tomorrow, months after the Diocese of Rochester decided to shutter 14 area schools. The Diocese continues to disappoint -- the article reveals that total MCCS enrollment for the beginning of the school year will fall short of Diocesan projections, and that the Diocese has cut tuition assistance.

Diocese spokesman Dave Kelly said that the diocese had not changed its financial aid formula, but the lower tuition has meant that less financial aid is available.
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