The Fulcrum Point
In increasingly secular Western Washington, why is Catholic education growing in popularity? We'll take a closer look at some of the inspiring and innovative reasons behind this unexpected trend. In this podcast, we explore the Fulcrum Foundation's immense impact on Catholic schools in Western Washington, one of the largest school districts in our region, and its ripple effects throughout our communities. We'll examine Fulcrum's role in developing leaders, including staff, students, families, and community members.
A "fulcrum" is the tipping point of a lever. Join us as we "get to the point" of how the Fulcrum Foundation is finding new ways to leverage support for the power of Catholic education to inspire and unite communities across the Pacific Northwest.
Episodes
13 episodes
Season 2 Episode 7: Student Mental Health
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 school...
Season 2 Episode 6: Celebrating Catholic Schools Week
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...
Season 2, Episode 5: Students Serving People in Need
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 ...
Season 2, Episode 4: Honoring Educator Excellence
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 W...
Season 2, Episode 3: A Day in the Life at St. Alphonsus Parish School, Seattle!
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 al...
Season 2, Episode 2: School Safety, School Choice Tax Credits, and More with Superintendent Nicholas Ford
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 Wa...
Season 2, Episode 1: Back-and-Forth with the Bishops!
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...
Episode 6: Understanding Education Marketing
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 underserv...
Episode 5: Innovation in Education
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 developmenta...
Episode 4: Supporting Students
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 ...
Episode 3: Lessons in Leadership
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 ...