Catholic Charities Community Services and Astor Services partnered to host a Back-to-School Party in the Highbridge section of the Bronx, distributing hundreds of backpacks filled with supplies.
With families facing average costs of $628–$741 per child for school essentials, the event offered not just practical help but also community spirit, music, food, and resources to start the school year with confidence.
This summer, more than 230 students entering first through eighth grades are returning to the classroom to strengthen academic skills, explore new interests, and continue growing through Summer Journey.
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The Good Newsroom
| 08/07/2026
A devoted Dominican Sister of Hope for over 70 years, Sr. Margaret brought her sharp mind, generous spirit, and lively wit to decades of work as a teacher, principal, treasurer, and pastoral minister across New York and New Jersey.
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The Good Newsroom
| 08/07/2026
A tireless educator and mentor who spent seven decades as an Ursuline Sister, Sr. Millie shaped generations of teachers and students across New York, Delaware, and Maryland while founding a school dedicated to giving underserved girls a path forward.