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INSPIRE ’24 Program

Keynote Day One: JODEE BLANCO, NY Times Best-Selling Author

Keynote Day Two: JOSEPH WOMAC, President of Specialty Family Foundation

Breakout Session Topics

What is INSPIRE?

INSPIRE 2024 is a dynamic 2-day conference dedicated to advancing innovation in Catholic schools and parishes, driving the mission of sharing the Gospel in today’s world.

Featuring an exceptional lineup of speakers from across the country, INSPIRE is packed with creative ideas and today’s best practices to strengthen operational vitality. (Domain 4: Operational Vitality, NSBECS)

Attendees engage in keynotes, participate in breakout sessions, and experience the power of community and collaboration. 

Join the movement where innovation meets mission!

Who’s Invited?

Catholic school staff working in admissions, marketing, communications & fundraising, school office managers, secretaries, finance managers, and tuition assistance teams from inside and outside of the Archdiocese of Seattle.

Early learning staff & parish staff within the Archdiocese of Seattle only are also invited.

Event Details

Date: August 15 & 16th, 2023
Time: 8:00am-4:00pm (light breakfast & lunch provided)
Where: Seattle University, Pigott building
Cost: FREE for Seattle Arch Staff, $250 (plus optional on-campus housing) for Catholic School Staff outside the Archdiocese

Overnight Accommodations

Overnight accommodations are available on the beautiful Seattle University campus.

Re-live your college days by staying in one of the lovely residence hall rooms!
Shared bathrooms are located down the hall.
Free internet is available for all guests.
Beds are made up with fresh linens.
Rooms include sheets, blankets, pillows, towels, and washcloths.
Cost: FREE for Seattle Archdiocese Staff, $100 per night for staff outside the Archdiocese

Reservations must be made by July 15th.