Catholic Schools Celebrate 50+ Years of Education in Rochester

Diocese of Rochester schools host variety of activities for Catholic Schools Week

Jan. 29, 2026 at 4:55pm

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Students at Catholic schools across the Diocese of Rochester participated in a range of fun activities to celebrate Catholic Schools Week from January 25-31. Events included a school dance, an obstacle course, and preparing birthday bags for the local food pantry.

Why it matters

Catholic schools have long played an important role in the Rochester community, providing faith-based education and community support. This annual celebration highlights the enduring value of Catholic education in the region.

The details

At Geneva's St. Francis-St. Stephen School, students took part in a school dance on January 27. The same day, students at Brighton's Seton Catholic School participated in an obstacle course set up in the school gym. Meanwhile, students at Horseheads' St. Mary Our Mother School celebrated the school's 67th birthday by preparing birthday bags for the local food pantry, including a boxed cake mix, frosting, and a handmade birthday card.

  • Catholic Schools Week was celebrated from January 25-31, 2026.
  • St. Mary Our Mother School in Horseheads celebrated its 67th birthday during this time.

The players

Diocese of Rochester

The Catholic diocese that oversees Catholic schools in the Rochester, New York region.

St. Francis-St. Stephen School

A Catholic school located in Geneva, New York that is part of the Diocese of Rochester.

Seton Catholic School

A Catholic school located in Brighton, New York that is part of the Diocese of Rochester.

St. Mary Our Mother School

A Catholic school located in Horseheads, New York that is part of the Diocese of Rochester and celebrated its 67th birthday.

Horseheads Food Pantry

A local food pantry that received birthday bags prepared by students at St. Mary Our Mother School.

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The takeaway

Catholic schools in the Diocese of Rochester continue to thrive, providing faith-based education and community support for generations. This annual celebration showcases the enduring value of Catholic education in the region.