The Fulcrum Point

Graduation is HERE! And the pressure on high school seniors is more intense than ever. From making choices about secondary education and potential careers to dealing with the challenges of artificial intelligence and expectations of social media, how are today's high schoolers navigating their post-graduation lives? This episode of "The Fulcrum Point" is focused on how Catholic educ...

With reports of rising anxiety and depression symptoms in students ages 3-17, it’s clear that the crisis of student mental health has shifted from a passing post-pandemic phenomenon to a sustained, systemic challenge. So how are Catholic schools in Western Washington responding? This episode of “The Fulcrum Point” focuses on the increased efforts among schools in the Archdiocese of Seattle to brin...

Catholic Schools Week is a vibrant celebration that brings together all 74 Catholic schools across Western Washington. Comprising the 10th-largest school district in the state, Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Seattle bring together their 21,000 students every year for a week of building community and amplifying the uplifting message of Catholic education.  This episode of "The Fulcrum...

Teaching students about the importance of serving people in need is a core part of Catholic education. Across Western Washington, thousands of Catholic school students are learning this lesson with projects that are making an impact far beyond the confines of the classroom. This episode of "The Fulcrum Point" focuses on how Catholic schools are inviting students to live out their Catholi...

Teachers play a critical role in Catholic schools by shaping our kids' lives as well as the communities they serve. That's why the Fulcrum Foundation honors a select number of educators from across Western Washington each year with a special recognition: the St. John Baptist de la Salle Educator Excellence Award. On this episode of "The Fulcrum Point," we're learning how t...

On this episode of the Fulcrum Point, we're having some fun with one of the oldest Catholic schools in Seattle--but one that's coming up with some the newest and most innovative ways to connect with and educate students! We're learning all about St. Alphonsus Parish School , a pre-K through 8th school which has been operating since 1907 in Seattle's Ballard neighborhood. Speaki...

On this episode of the Fulcrum Point: Two national stories with significant local impacts.  After a tragic school shooting during an all-school Mass at Annunciation Catholic Church in Minnesota, how are Catholic schools in western Washington responding--and how are they changing their safety policies? Plus, how could a controversial new federal school choice tax credit program impact our state? Ni...

As students and teachers head back to school this fall, two leading voices of the Seattle Archdiocese have some important lessons to pass on! Auxiliary Bishop Eusebio Elizondo and Auxiliary Bishop Frank Schuster join the podcast for a special episode to kick off our second season. Welcome to The Fulcrum Point, brought to you by the Fulcrum Foundation ! In this episode, the auxiliary bishops open u...

It may be June, but there’s no summer break for the innovative new programs Catholic schools are using to recruit and retain students and teachers. With nationally-recognized professional development programs and a focus on recruiting underserved communities, the Office for Catholic Schools is hard at work this summer. Welcome to The Fulcrum Point, brought to you by the Fulcrum Foundation ! In thi...

Catholic schools in Western Washington are rooted in a tradition of quality education. But the 74 schools in the Seattle Archdiocese are also home to some innovative breakthroughs when it comes to helping kids with intellectual and developmental disabilities, restoring student health with a 4-day school week schedule, and providing invaluable experience for students before they enter the workforce...

More and more families are enrolling in Catholic schools in Western Washington. But as the cost of living in our region rises, the ability to afford quality Catholic education has become a growing challenge. That’s where the Fulcrum Foundation is stepping in, providing more than $80 million in tuition assistance since 2002. Welcome to The Fulcrum Point, brought to you by the Fulcrum Foundation ! I...

Strong principals and inspiring classroom teachers are critical to the success of every school and every student. With nearly 50% of all teachers leaving the profession within the first five years, an investment in educators is needed now more than ever. Dedicated to transformational leadership, the Fulcrum Foundation funds a suite of programs to provide professional development and supports to le...

In Western Washington, access to quality early learning programs has a major impact on student achievement, family stability, and even the economic health of our region. Catholic educators are leading the charge to improve access to early childhood education as the need for this service continues to grow. Welcome to The Fulcrum Point, brought to you by the Fulcrum Foundation ! In this episode, we&...

In notoriously secular Western Washington, why is Catholic education experiencing such impressive growth? The answers might surprise you. Welcome to The Fulcrum Point, brought to you by the Fulcrum Foundation ! In our first episode, we'll explain what the Fulcrum Foundation is all about: leveraging support for Catholic education to bring positive, innovative change to our communities.  Host B...