b'LIVING CHAMINADESDREAM A Marianist education program providesunder-resourced Catholic schools with youngteachers, while offering these talented educators a lifeline of support, faithand mentoring.By John SchroederG iven his energetic presence in the classroomtoday, its hard to imagine that Mick Momineeonce found it a bit overwhelming to teachhigh school students.My first year, I thought, this is crazy! he says. Butsomething definitely clicked, and 20 years later, Mickbrings a notable joy, competence and sense of missionto his work as a theology teacher at the Marianist-sponsored Chaminade Julienne Catholic High Schoolin Dayton, Ohio.Now eight years into her career, Michelle PerusekTrotman recalls a similar impression when she initiallystepped in front of students. The first years of teachingare so turbulent, she says. So I get why a lot of teachersburn out within five years, especially if you dont havea passion for it, if you dont see teaching as your vocation.Both Mick and Michelle had an important resourceto draw upon to help them weather the stormtheLalanne program of the Center for Catholic Educationat University of Dayton.10 Call 1.800.348.4732'