This is a Senate resolution that celebrates Catholic schools across the United States and honors the 52nd annual National Catholic Schools Week, which took place January 25-31, 2026. The resolution recognizes the contributions Catholic schools make to American education and communities. According to the resolution, Catholic schools serve approximately 1.7 million students and maintain strong academic standards, with a 98.6% high school graduation rate and 83.7% of graduates attending four-year colleges. The resolution highlights that Catholic schools serve diverse student populations—including 34.9% students from racial minority backgrounds, 15.4% Hispanic students, and 21.8% from non-Catholic families—and provide affordable educational options, particularly in underserved urban areas. Beyond academics, the resolution emphasizes that Catholic schools focus on developing students' moral, intellectual, physical, and social values, and that graduates are committed to community service and helping others. The 2026 theme, "Catholic Schools: United in Faith and Community," reflects how these schools extend their community beyond the classroom to include families as integral partners. By passing this resolution, the Senate expresses support for Catholic schools' dedication to academic excellence and their role in strengthening America's future.