We are very excited to be introducing a new Phonics K program. This new program features a variety of materials to supplement the main book. Plus, all illustrations are by our own Seton illustrator! This program will be available early June.

(1/4) We deeply regret the destruction of the statue of Saint Junípero Serra in San Francisco today, and would like to offer a reminder of his great efforts in support of indigenous communities. Thread ⬇️

Homeschoolers’ forum a safe Harbor for faith catholicregister.org/ysn/ysn-news/i… via The Catholic Register

Wow, the ambassador's weak attempts at evasion here almost make the situation look worse, if that is even possible. I realize he is in a tough position though. What happens to his family if he doesn't toe the party line? Worth a watch.

The President on St. Thomas Becket: whitehouse.gov/presidential-a…

Turns out the Invisible Hand is Reddit

Two new Seton families were recently interviewed by the Associated Press about their decision to homeschool and why they will continue to homeschool with Seton even after the pandemic. apnews.com/article/corona…

While advising a student on an academic path today, I realized just how prevalent the sunk cost fallacy is in education. Once a major or degree path is chosen and started, it is so so difficult to rationally evaluate if it is worth completing.

Catholic homeschooling is on the rise. A lot of that has to do with the pandemic -- but it looks likes some people who started homeschool - or enrolled in Catholic school - during the pandemic, liked what they saw. pillarcatholic.com/p/18-months-in…

Not a surprise. Parents are simply not viewed as the primary educators by our establishment.

Today, I have decided to place the Ainkawa district of Erbil under administrative control of its Christian residents. This move gives Christians, and other groups, rights to nominate civic leaders, appoint officials, manage their own security and directly shape their destinies.

Wow. This was the kind of facility with language I dreamed of as a kid. Unfortunately I never managed to even get two down.

A valuable perspective

After numerous attempts to speak with Speaker Pelosi to help her understand the grave evil she is perpetrating, the scandal she is causing, an the danger to her own soul she is risking, I have determined that she is not to be admitted to Holy Communion. bit.ly/3lqROZX

Most Catholics who *do not* attend Mass weekly (65%) say abortion should be legal in all or most cases, including three-quarters who say it should be legal in cases of rape or threats to the well-being of the pregnant woman. pewrsr.ch/3PAgL2T

You can now help more families receive a Catholic education by contributing to Seton's scholarship fund. I distribute this financial aid to families in dire need, many of whom would not be able to receive a formal Catholic education without aid.

That hits hard.

Viva Cristo Rey! Christendom unveiled its new botafumeiro this afternoon as part of the college’s Summer Consortium event. The botafumeiro, which is the largest in the world, will be used for select liturgical celebrations throughout the year, celebrating Christ our King. 👑

The first Starships to Mars will launch in 2 years when the next Earth-Mars transfer window opens. These will be uncrewed to test the reliability of landing intact on Mars. If those landings go well, then the first crewed flights to Mars will be in 4 years. Flight rate will