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Formed by the Lasallian education philosophy: the Lasallian education
A Lasallian school exists to educate the whole person within a community rooted in faith and shared responsibility. Lasallian education combines academics, spiritual formation, and communal life so that faith is present throughout the...
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How to Provide Teacher Resource Access 
1. Log in to the website and navigate to your account page: www.smp.org/account/edit 2. Select the ‘Teacher Access’ tab, https://www.smp.org/account/teacher/. Next, in the field beneath “share access with...
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Stages of child development for elementary & middle school 
Although every child is wonderfully unique and grows at their own pace, children of the same age often share common developmental patterns. This guide focuses on elementary and middle school students, offering a helpful overview of age-by-age...
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Formed by the Lasallian education philosophy: the Lasallian educator 
Grounded in a tradition of faith and service, and guided by a clear mission, a Lasallian educator brings the principles of Lasallian education to life in every interaction. Respect and attentiveness shape a teaching practice that nurtures...
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Why Different Bible Translations Matter at Different Ages
Not every Bible translation is meant for every stage of life.  Just as we wouldn’t give a young child the same books we assign in high school, the Church recognizes that our encounter with Scripture deepens over time. The Word of God...
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Kicking off a youth mission trip with faith and community
Summer mission trips are sacred moments of formation. They invite young people to step away from the familiar and begin asking deeper questions about who they are, how they belong, and why their service matters.   This prayer service...
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Retreat planning made simple: Catholic retreat ideas for the year ahead 
As you prepare for the upcoming school or ministry year, summer is an ideal time to explore retreat ideas and align them with the liturgical calendar. Planning ahead now allows space to thoughtfully consider Eucharist or Reconciliation retreats and...
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From uncertainty to opportunity: embracing a new season in ministry 
As one school or ministry year comes to a close and another begins, many teachers and catechists find themselves in a season of transition. Alongside new schedules and shifting roles come changes: people move on, new faces arrive, and...
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Praying with John Baptist de la Salle
Saint John Baptist de La Salle’s knowledge of Scripture was profound. Passages from the Bible filled all of his meditations and other writings. He knew that by meditating on the word of God, people encounter Jesus Christ. Upon encountering...
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Deepen Devotion to Mary
Practicing Marian devotion as a relationship Young people can recite prayers, name Marian feast days, and recognize images of Mary, yet still feel unsure how she fits into their own faith. This reminds us that knowing about Mary is not...
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We are Easter people
An Easter activity for teens that explores the Paschal Mystery Bring the Resurrection to life with this Easter activity—perfect as an Easter activity for teens or youth ministry. Reflect on the Paschal Mystery while sharing hope and...
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A Lent activity for children and youth that inspire faith in action
Lent offers a meaningful opportunity to help young people reflect on God’s mercy and consider how they can grow closer to Jesus through their everyday choices.   This hands-on Lent activity blends Scripture with creativity and conversation...
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Lent activity for teens that bring Micah’s call to justice to life
Through this hands-on lent activity, young people help spread the Lenten message of conversion to justice. They also become familiar with the message of the prophet Micah and the traditional spiritual disciplines of prayer, fasting,...
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The Temptation of Jesus for Kids: A Chorus Play for Lent
Lent is a season set apart for growing closer to Jesus, and it offers an opportunity to help children deepen their faith by encountering God in their own lives. This free Lenten activity invites kids to explore the Temptation of Jesus...
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Teaching Real Love: A Valentine’s Day Scripture Activity
Early February offers a natural moment to invite Catholics to reflect on what genuine love means, drawing on Scripture for Valentine’s Day. This activity helps make that reflection concrete by exploring how the Bible describes love. It’s easy...
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Ash Wednesday Prayers and Scripture: A Simple Way to Begin Lent with Youth
These eight Ash Wednesday prayers pair easily with Ash Wednesday Scripture readings, giving teachers a way to introduce the meaning of the day to youth.
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An Epiphany Lesson for a Meaningful Start to the New Year
As routines return after the holidays, Epiphany invites a quiet moment of refocus. This Epiphany prayer reflection explores Scripture and encourages every age to imagine what it means to “follow a star” in their own lives. In the reflection,...
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What Do Catholics Believe?
Sign up today for a FREE sample of The Catholic Faith Handbook for review.    Free sample request It’s a question that sparks conversation: What does it really mean to be Catholic? Ask around, and you might hear...
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