From Officer to Deacon: A Life of Service in Our Schools

Education is never just about curriculum. It is about people. It is about presence. It is about relationships. And it is about the many individuals who walk alongside students, often quietly, shaping who they become. 

Episode Six of The Truth About Ed features a powerful conversation with Deacon Gregg St. John about service, relationships, school culture, and the lasting impact adults can have on students. From his years as a beloved D.A.R.E. officer in local schools to his vocation as a deacon, this episode reflects on what young people truly need today: presence, guidance, faith, and connection. A heartfelt conversation about education, safety, mentorship, and the people students never forget.

Music used: "Electronic Hopeful" by Bopper Beats

What is The Truth About Ed: Unearthing the Real Stories in Education?

The Truth About Ed: Unearthing the Real Story of Education, Through the Light of Faith

What’s really happening in education today, beyond the buzzwords and headlines?

Join Dr. Jessica Betz, Director of Catholic Schools for the Diocese of Marquette, as she explores the human and spiritual realities behind how we teach, lead, and learn. From classrooms to communities, The Truth About Ed asks the deeper questions about purpose, virtue, and the role of faith in forming both hearts and minds.

This isn’t about one system or philosophy, it’s about rediscovering education’s true purpose: the formation of the whole person in truth, goodness, and beauty.

Because the answers are out there and together, through faith and reason, we’ll find The Truth About Ed.