Four schools of the Catholic Diocese of Cleveland are being recognized for their excellent programs and have been named 2010 Blue Ribbon schools by the U.S. Department of Education. They include St. Christopher School, Rocky River; St. Raphael School, Bay Village; St. Anselm School, Chesterland and Communion of Saints School, Cleveland Heights.
An award ceremony will be held for the winning schools November 15/16 in Washington, D.C.
The Blue Ribbon Schools Program honors public and private elementary, middle, and high schools that are either high performing or have improved student achievement to high levels, especially among disadvantaged students. The program is part of a larger Department of Education effort to identify and disseminate knowledge about best school leadership and teaching practices. Each year since 1982, the U.S. Department of Education has sought out schools where students attain and maintain high academic goals, including those that beat the odds.
Visit the 'U.S. Department of Education - Blue Ribbon Schools Program' page on their web site>