Sister Rosa and Sister Gladys Anyanwu are two nuns teaching in Catholic schools in New York City, bringing their unique perspectives and teachings to their students. Despite a decline in the number of nuns teaching in Catholic schools across the country, these women are dedicated to their mission of educating children in faith and academics.
Sister Rosa, originally from Vietnam, wears the traditional habit and is pursuing a doctoral degree while teaching kindergarteners and preparing older students for sacraments. She believes her appearance helps others understand her identity and purpose in teaching.
Sister Gladys Anyanwu, from Nigeria, brings joy and light to her classroom at St. Francis of Assisi, where she teaches kindergarten and provides religious instruction. Her unique approach to teaching and dedication to her students have made her a beloved figure in the school community.
Despite the decrease in the number of nuns teaching in Catholic schools, the schools remain committed to their mission of faith-based education. Lay teachers now make up the majority of faculty members, but they share the same commitment to teaching the Catholic faith and values to their students. Sister Dale McDonald, an administrator with the National Catholic Education Association, acknowledges the changes in Catholic education but emphasizes that the faith is what truly makes a school Catholic, whether taught by nuns or lay teachers.
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