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Press Articles

Find the latest news, announcements, and press releases from Catholic Education Arizona, along with stories highlighting the impact of Catholic education across our state.

Catholic Education Arizona Welcomes Two New Board Members

Catholic Education Arizona Welcomes Two New Board Members

PHOENIX, AZ (July 2, 2026) — As Catholic Education Arizona (CEA) celebrates its 30th Anniversary, the organization is proud to welcome Mary Jane Rynd and Jeronimo Gomez del Campo to […]

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Catholic Education Arizona: Celebrating 30 Years of Changing Lives One Scholarship at a Time

Catholic Education Arizona: Celebrating 30 Years of Changing Lives One Scholarship at a Time

PHOENIX, AZ (July 1, 2026) — For 30 years, Catholic Education Arizona (CEA) has transformed the lives of underserved, disabled, and foster children in our communities. Since its inception, the […]

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Three Ways Arizona Taxpayers Can Change Lives Through Education

Three Ways Arizona Taxpayers Can Change Lives Through Education

PHOENIX, AZ (Feb. 19, 2026) — Catholic Education Arizona (CEA) offers three impactful ways for Arizona taxpayers and businesses to support underserved, disabled foster K-12 students, providing access to the […]

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Nancy Padberg, MBA, President & CEO, Publishes Book on Building a Healthy Culture and High-Performance Teams

Nancy Padberg, MBA, President & CEO, Publishes Book on Building a Healthy Culture and High-Performance Teams

PHOENIX, AZ (October 9, 2025) – Catholic Education Arizona is proud to announce that President and CEO Nancy Padberg, MBA, has released her debut book, How a CEO Built a […]

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Catholic Education Arizona Awards 4,100 Scholarships to Underserved, Disabled, and Foster Catholic School Students

PHOENIX, AZ (September 2, 2025) – Catholic Education Arizona awarded tuition scholarships to 4,100 Catholic School students in the Diocese of Phoenix after the first round of applications was completed. […]

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Catholic Education Arizona Recognized for its Impact on Society and Culture

Catholic Education Arizona Recognized for its Impact on Society and Culture

PHOENIX, AZ (August 19, 2025) – Catholic Education Arizona is the proud recipient of two honorable awards this year. The Phoenix Business Journal has awarded them #5 in the Cultural/Education […]

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Three Ways to Change Lives with Arizona Tax Credits and Donations

Three Ways to Change Lives with Arizona Tax Credits and Donations

PHOENIX, AZ (April 4, 2025)- Arizona residents can choose three ways to support underserved, disabled, or foster children through Catholic Education Arizona with the Arizona Private Education Tax Credit, Low-Income […]

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Arizona Taxpayers Can Fund Scholarships for Underserved Children

Arizona Taxpayers Can Fund Scholarships for Underserved Children

PHOENIX, AZ (March 27, 2025)- Arizona taxpayers can choose how their state tax dollars are used with the Arizona Private Education Tax Credit and Corporate Tax Credits. Arizona taxpayers can […]

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Join Catholic Education Arizona on Thursday, March 6, 2025 to Learn about Arizona Tax Credits

Join Catholic Education Arizona on Thursday, March 6, 2025 to Learn about Arizona Tax Credits

Phoenix, AZ. (February 25, 2025) – Catholic Education Arizona is excited to announce an upcoming Arizona Tax Credit Breakfast. Individuals and business owners will learn how to utilize their Arizona […]

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Catholic Education Arizona’s New Development Director Joel Boucher is Dedicated to Changing Lives

Catholic Education Arizona’s New Development Director Joel Boucher is Dedicated to Changing Lives

PHOENIX, AZ. (October 18, 2024) – Catholic Education Arizona, the state’s largest Catholic School Tuition Organization, proudly announces the appointment of Joel Boucher as Director of Development for its Changing […]

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Catholic Education Arizona Appoints Tom Brennan and Thomas Shellander to the Board of Directors

Catholic Education Arizona Appoints Tom Brennan and Thomas Shellander to the Board of Directors

PHOENIX, AZ. (August 15, 2024) -Catholic Education Arizona, the state’s largest Catholic School Tuition Organization, is pleased to announce the appointment of two new members to its distinguished Board of […]

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Phoenix Business Journal Ranks Catholic Education Arizona #6 in Cultural/Educational Phoenix Nonprofits

Phoenix Business Journal Ranks Catholic Education Arizona #6 in Cultural/Educational Phoenix Nonprofits

PHOENIX, AZ. (August 9, 2024) – Catholic Education Arizona proudly received the prestigious recognition for its exceptional work in providing scholarships to Catholic schools. The Phoenix Business Journal awarded Catholic […]

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Catholic Education Arizona’s New Director of Development Keli McCann is Dedicated to Changing Lives

Catholic Education Arizona’s New Director of Development Keli McCann is Dedicated to Changing Lives

PHOENIX, AZ. (June 25, 2024) – Arizona’s largest Catholic School Tuition Organization, Catholic Education Arizona, welcomes Keli McCann as Director of Development. Keli is the newest addition to Changing Lives […]

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Catholic Education Arizona Appoints New Board Member, Andrew Lishko

Catholic Education Arizona Appoints New Board Member, Andrew Lishko

PHOENIX, AZ (January 16, 2024) –  Catholic Education Arizona, the largest Catholic Student Tuition Organization in Arizona, is honored to announce the appointment of Andrew Lishko, Shareholder at May, Potenza, […]

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Catholic Education Arizona Earns Best Places to Work Award from Phoenix Business Journal

Catholic Education Arizona Earns Best Places to Work Award from Phoenix Business Journal

PHOENIX, AZ (January 8, 2024) – Catholic Education Arizona proudly announces its recognition as #2 in the Best Places to Work Award in the Micro Business category by the Phoenix […]

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