For new principal Jennifer Fernando, a love of language and a deep faith in God led her to a place she believes she is meant to be — Santa Clara of Assisi Catholic Academy.
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There is not one day — even the hardest day — where it is not clear to Emily Lazor-Rodgers that what she is doing is important.
When Jeannette Lambert stepped into her new role as superintendent of Catholic schools for the Diocese of Dallas this July, she brought with her more than two decades of experience, a deep well of faith, and a theme for the school year that reflects her personal journey: “Pray, hope, and don’t worry.”
Diocese of Dallas high schoolers shared a teary goodbye with members of the local community in Pejibaye as they parted ways at the end of the 2025 Diocesan Youth Mission Trip to the Diocese of San Isidro de El General in Costa Rica, June 4-11. Though their time together was brief, the two communities formed a heart-deep bond, forged through hard work and shared faith, missionaries said.
The Catholic Diocese of Dallas is pleased to announce that Bishop Edward J. Burns has appointed Jeannette C. Lambert as the new Superintendent of Catholic Schools. Mrs. Lambert will assume this role immediately, continuing her dedicated service to Catholic education in North Texas.
Three Catholic high schools in the Diocese of Dallas joined forces July 14 to collect and deliver emergency supplies to flood-ravaged Kerr County, answering a call to service with a show of faith and solidarity.
In the wake of the deadly flooding that swept through Central Texas over the July Fourth holiday, The Highlands School rallied in Christian solidarity to support victims.
From staff reports In response to the devastating floods that swept through Central Texas, The Highlands School in Irving is…
After devastating floods swept through Central Texas over the July 4 holiday weekend, three Diocese of Dallas Catholic high schools are stepping up in faith and solidarity.
A self-proclaimed reticent, introverted transfer student from public school at the time, Saloma now finds himself a highly decorated graduate of John Paul II High School in Plano, leaving a legacy as one of the school’s unquestioned leaders and mentors.