Dear Donovan Families, 

As we enter November, a month centered on gratitude, I find myself reflecting on a message I have shared with families throughout the opening months of school: every child is created in the image and likeness of God. This belief is foundational to Catholic education and reminds us that each student possesses inherent dignity, unique gifts, and a God-given purpose.

In his reflection, “Come, follow me”: The mission of our Catholic schools, Bishop O'Connell reminds us, “Your education is not simply about what you will someday accomplish. It is about the person God is calling you to be now!” His words are particularly meaningful as our seniors navigate college applications and prepare for their next chapter. While these accomplishments and milestones matter, they do not define a student's worth. Throughout our admissions season, we have shared that a Donovan Catholic education is an investment in who our students will become, not simply what they will accomplish. Becoming does not begin after graduation; it happens each day through the choices our students make, the relationships they build, and the ways they live their faith.

Please click here to read Mrs. Gleinig's full November 2026 Communication