Our Diocese of Dallas Catholic Schools saw an overall increase in inquiries, tours, and enrollment, and our number of total students across our schools is up. 

What's even more exciting is that on top of that growth, our five pilot schools added 139 new students who have not tried Catholic education before - resulting in an average of more than 18% increased enrollment at HALO 139 schools! There is something special happening around Catholic education in Dallas - and it's a stark contrast to what is happening with other Catholic schools across the nation. 

HALO 139 is different from tuition assistance funding that many of you support through the Bishop's Invitational and other means. Tuition assistance funding is awarded to existing families with financial need, while HALO 139 is an innovative marketing and new family enrollment program that has never been tried before.

HALO 139 donations are used to fund tuition discounts offered to young families who are trying Catholic education for the first time. This bold new program is adding revenue for the pilot schools immediately improving their long-term financial outlook, as illustrated above. 

We thank the early donors that invested in HALO 139 who recognize that attracting new students is a top priority for the long-term sustainability of the Catholic school system in Dallas.

Your support is critical to the success of this pilot. The Mike & Mary Terry Family Foundation has issued a challenge grant of $100,000 for HALO 139. Please invest in the future of Dallas Catholic education by donating here today.

Please forward this email to everyone you know who believes in the value and values of Catholic education and let's keep Dallas Catholic schools shining bright!