STATEMENT: We are deeply saddened to share that former Superintendent of Catholic Schools, Sister Mary Benedict Pratt O.S.B., has passed away.
An exemplary educator, Sister Benedict served for decades, as detailed below:
Teacher – Clarence Town All Age ~ 1948 -1955
Teacher – St. Bede’s School, New Providence ~ 1960-1962
Teacher – Sts. Peter & Paul School ~ Elrosa Minnesota~ 1964-1966
Teacher – St. Bede’s School – New Providence ~ 1966-1968
Principal – St. Joseph School – New Providence ~ 1968 – 1969
Reading Consultant – St. Joseph School – New Providence ~ 1970-1971
Principal – St. Joseph School – New Providence ~ 1971-1974
Principal – Xavier’s Lower School – New Providence ~ 1983 – 1984
Superintendent of Catholic Schools – 1984 – 2002
Sister Benedict was a firm, but compassionate leader who set high standards and expected excellence from everyone. Her wisdom and principled leadership inspired many of us to faithfully follow in the footsteps of the Master Teacher.
While we are saddened by Sister Benedict’s sudden passing, we give thanks to God for the 89 years she lived.
May she rest in peace!
