The new superintendent of the Diocese of Gary’s 20 schools arrived this summer from Chicago with an appreciation of Indiana lawmakers’ generosity.
Illinois, a Democratic state with a strong Chicago Teachers Union, doesn’t have a private school voucher program.A rock-solid GOP state, Indiana’s voucher program has rejuvenated Diocese of Gary school enrollment at nearly every school. Brewer estimated it’s up about 4% over last year’s enrollment of about 6,100 students in Lake, Porter and LaPorte counties.
Brewer, who joined the Diocese of Gary in July, replaced Joseph Majchrowicz, who retired. She was recommended by a search committee, but in the end Bishop Robert J. McClory endorsed the hiring based on her qualifications. Brewer, a native of Glenwood, Illinois, grew up in Catholic schools, graduating from Marian Catholic High School in Chicago Heights in 1992.
She also spent three years as regional director for the Archdiocese of Chicago, overseeing 10 schools.Typically, Brewer said she spends about three days a week in her office at the diocesan headquarters in Merrillville and two days in schools. This week, she’s spent time at Andrean and Marquette high schools.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Deadline to file sexual abuse claims against Oakland Diocese is 5 pm MondaySurvivors can confidentially submit proof online at kccllc.net/rcbo.
Read more »
Gary Busey admits to hit-and-run accident, won't face chargesMalibu police have provided an update about an alleged hit-and-run accident involving Gary Busey from earlier this week.
Read more »
Padres pregame: Gary Sanchez to IL as Luis Campusano prepares for bulk of catching dutyPadres also move right-hander Alek Jacob to 60-day injured list before Friday's game against Houston Astros
Read more »
New Report: Texas Among Top 5 States for New Business GrowthA new report shows record-breaking business growth nationwide and Texas, with its booming population growth, is among the states leading the pack.
Read more »
Downtown Gary transit development district aims to boost growthThe establishment of a transit development district in downtown Gary aims to help increase the economic benefits stemming from investments in the region’s transportation infrastructure, the project’s leaders say.
Read more »
PrintWatch: Justice Society of America & New Golden Age Get New PrintsDC Comics' New Golden Age line expands with launches of Wesley Dodds: The Sandman, Jay Garrick: The Flash, and Alan Scott: Green Lantern
Read more »