Originally published at Southern Cross
CHULA VISTA –– About 800 Catholic school teachers and administrators gathered for a professional learning day Oct. 11 at Mater Dei Catholic High School.
The diocesan Office for Schools holds such events twice a year –– in fall and spring –– for educators in local Catholic elementary and high schools.
“I love this day because it’s one of those days when our educators can come together from all of our different schools across our diocese,” Diocesan Superintendent Leticia Oseguera said, reflecting on the value of this biannual event.
“It’s part of our commitment to the professional development of our teachers and administrators in our diocese,” she explained. “We know that, in order to be … the best educators they can be, they need to continue to learn and grow.”
The day included a keynote presentation by Dr. Catlin Tucker, a bestselling author and a professor in the Master of Arts in Teaching program at Pepperdine University, as well as three breakout sessions, lunch, and a vendor fair.
Breakouts were led by a diverse group of presenters, including local Catholic school teachers and principals, as well as educators from Grand Canyon University, the Franciscan School of Theology, the University of San Diego,
