Is the Latino population growing in your community? Are you looking for ways to better serve Latino families and increase enrollment at your school? CSCOE and CCF, in partnership with the University of Notre Dame, are offering an exciting opportunity for Catholic schools to enhance their outreach to Latino families and build a more inclusive school culture.  

Through participation in Notre Dame’s Latino Enrollment Institute (LEI), 10 schools (five from the Archdiocese and five from greater Minnesota) will receive comprehensive support to attract and serve Latino families. The program includes:

• A four-day summer conference at Notre Dame for you and a colleague (June 22-25, 2025)
• Monthly zoom calls with your LEI Team
• Mid-Year Retreat in Scottsdale, Arizona (February 1-3, 2026)
• CSCOE and CCF will cover the full registration cost of LEI participation for you, a colleague, and your pastor.
• The grant includes $1,500 for transportation to Notre Dame in the Summer and Scottsdale in February
• Up to an additional $4,500 for year-long leadership training and professional development for all staff (@$300/person)

The application submission period ended on January 17, 2025. If you would still like to apply, please call Meg Payne Nelson at 651-389-0882 to discuss.