Welcome to 2025—a year where classrooms, cafeterias, and community spaces are getting a serious upgrade! At Catholic Purchasing Services, we’ve handpicked the top furniture products of the past year that blend style, durability, and functionality to meet the needs of modern spaces. Whether you’re revamping a classroom or setting up an outdoor gathering spot, our […]

The end of the calendar year is an important time to schedule and complete the payroll tasks needed for accurate tax reporting — both for your organization and your employees. The schedule for these steps stretches from 4th quarter of one calendar year into the 1st quarter of the next. QTS is here for all of

Every facility deserves a first-place finish, but there are a lot of ways to get off track. If you’ve got floor finish problems, we’ve got answers. This guide covers common floor finish issues, their causes, and the best solutions for floor care. Betco® offers a complete line of high-performing finishes to satisfy a variety of facility and

For more than 50 years, window film has been a solution to improve the inefficiencies and vulnerabilities of glass in the built environment. It is a popular choice to help control energy costs, make buildings more comfortable, and increase the safety of those inside. Yet, despite this, there are several common myths and misconceptions about window film. So

It’s time for Peak Shipping Season, the busiest period of the year for mailing and shipping. Package volumes begin to ramp up as early as August, eventually reaching billions of mail pieces and shipments sent by the USPS, FedEx, UPS and other major carriers between October through December. The U.S. Postal Service alone accounts for

Transforming your classroom layout should be an exciting opportunity for innovation, not a concern about furniture durability. Natural Pod provides durable, multifunctional furniture that facilitates seamless transitions and supports diverse teaching methods and learning outcomes. Support Learning Imagine a classroom that adapts to the physical growth of its students as well as their educational needs.

Choosing the right size trash can bag might seem like a small detail, but it’s one that can make a big difference in keeping your space clean and efficient. Whether you’re dealing with an overflowing kitchen bin, a snug office trash can, or an outdoor garbage barrel, the right-sized bag ensures that waste is contained

Cyber security solutions for churches are becoming a hot topic. Religious organizations, Houses of Worship (HoWs) and missionaries (schools, hospitals, non-profits) often carry a false notion that they are at least risk of cyber security attacks (compared to ordinary businesses), because they are not involved in buying and selling of commercial goods and services. Contrary

Shielding Our Schools: A Step-by-Step Guide to Improving Cyber Security in K-12 Education Security solutions in educational institutions are more important now than ever. Prevalence and Nature of Cyber Attacks: Schools are “Target-Rich and Cyber Poor” Did you know that there were more than 7.6 million malware attacks on kindergarten-12th grade classroom devices in the

Floor Maintenance from Staples! Clean and well-maintained floors are the foundation of any facility. That’s why smart and experienced facility managers make their them a priority. Establishing and following a floor maintenance plan is the key, and we’ve put together five steps to help you create one that’s right for your facility! Step 1: Identify

National Safety Month, observed annually in June, is a pivotal campaign aimed at raising awareness and advocating for safety practices in various settings, including workplaces, homes, and communities. This observance, led by the National Safety Council (NSC), has been a steadfast commitment for 28 years, focusing on preventing injuries and fatalities by promoting effective safety

The integration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) education across K-12 schools is crucial in preparing students for the future. STEAM fosters critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills, essential in today’s rapidly evolving world. Now more than ever, schools are learning new ways to integrate new furniture, technology, and learning materials into their

CPS and OneScreen teamed up to bring a dream to life for the students at Most Pure Heart of Mary (MPHM) School in Topeka, Kansas! The Background OneScreen Touchscreen smart boards have revolutionized the traditional classroom setting, bringing a plethora of interactive and collaborative learning opportunities to students and teachers alike. These cutting-edge devices combine

A Guide for Your Church To Plan Effectively Hosting events at your church can be a fulfilling endeavor that brings your congregation together and fosters a sense of community. Whether it’s a wedding, a fundraiser, a concert, or a regular Sunday service, the right furniture and equipment are crucial for ensuring that everything runs smoothly.

Impact of the April DOL Ruling on Overtime Pay The recent U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) ruling modifies the provision in the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) exempting certain kinds of “white-collar” employees from the Act’s minimum wage and overtime pay requirements. This change, effective July 1, impacts a broad range of employers across the

Your Guide to Glides What is a glide? Great question! Glides are metal or plastic discs fixed to the bottom of a chair’s legs, meant to help move a chair across the floor. However, we believe that it is actually more like a standard foot on a chair, just with more protection when dragging along the

Keep up with the (STEM) times with CPS! In recent years, there has been a significant shift in education towards STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields. With this shift comes a growing demand for innovative and functional furniture designs that support hands-on learning, collaboration, and creativity in the classroom. In 2024, the landscape of

Church belfries, with their towering heights and spacious interiors, have long been an enticing nesting spot for birds. While the presence of birds in these sacred spaces can be seen as symbolically positive, it often leads to practical challenges and concerns. The accumulation of bird nests can cause structural damage, pose health risks, and disrupt

2023 was a great year at Catholic Purchasing Services! We would like to thank our extraordinary suppliers as well as our wonderful customers for making our jobs so enjoyable. Our mission is to serve YOU. And we hope we did that, and continue to do so, in 2024. As we step into the new year, we

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIyjlN0x9EA&t=1s About NDA in Staten Island, New York Notre Dame Academy is a private, Roman Catholic college-preparatory school located in Staten Island, New York. Founded in 1903 by the Sisters of Saint Ursula, it has a long-standing tradition of providing quality education rooted in Catholic values. The school offers education from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade,

The construction of a new Catholic school is a significant endeavor, one that aims to provide a nurturing and conducive environment for students to learn, grow, and thrive. While numerous aspects are essential in this process, the importance of lighting should not be underestimated. Proper lighting plays a crucial role in creating an atmosphere that

In an era where sustainability and energy efficiency are paramount, schools have begun to embrace modern lighting technologies to create brighter, greener, and more productive learning environments. One of the most transformative upgrades for educational institutions is the transition to LED. A retrofit could be the solution to many of your needs! What is a