ADAC is excited to bring you another episode of ADAC Answers, an #educationpodcast for all!In our FREE 30-minute podcast, Erin Black and Mary Pat Donoghue provide insights into a Catholic school education and discuss tips for addressing schools’ challenges. In this episode, Mary Pat Donoghue discusses:● the mission of the USCCB and the importance of restoring the Christian imagination in Catholic Education● the need to serve vulnerable populations and prioritize human formation in schools● federal school choice and the importance of preserving religious liberty● finding innovative ways to strengthen the mission of Catholic education and more!Invest just 30 minutes with us to listen to “The Catholic School Difference.” Then, armed with new insight, check out how ADAC can assist your school with meeting its special education, teaching learning, and development (fundraising) needs. Also, be sure to check out and remain updated on the rest of our ADAC Answers podcast episodes.If you have any topics that you would like addressed in a future episode or to share your thoughts about this episode, then please do so by using the hashtag #ADACAnswers.As follows is the bio of our presenter, Mary Pat Donoghue:Mary Pat Donoghue (USCCB): Mary Pat Donoghue is the Executive Director of the Secretariat of Catholic Education for the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB). With a bachelor's degree from the University of Maryland and a master’s degree from Trinity Washington University, she has dedicated her 28-year career to Catholic education. Mary Pat's remarkable leadership and commitment to revitalizing schools led to the successful turnaround of St. Jerome Academy in Hyattsville, MD. As the Director of School Services at the Institute for Catholic Liberal Education, she traveled across the country, spreading the vision of a Catholic classical liberal arts curriculum. Her extensive experience and passion for Catholic education make her a valuable asset to the Church in her new role.