Saint Cecilia Catholic School
Chalkboard 

April 2011
Greetings!

 

Greetings from the School Board!

 

Are you called to serve?

A special meeting of the school board will be held on Tuesday, May 10, at 6:30pm in the school library, for the discernment of new school board members.

The board consists of 9 members who serve as an advisory panel to the Pastor and Principal. Board members serve on committees that help identify goals and shape proposed policies for our school. It is a volunteer position with no administrative authority. Board members serve a 3-year term, and we select 3 new members each May to replace members whose terms are set to expire.

The selection is done through a process of discernment. Associated with the virtue of prudence, discernment is a prayerful tool that allows the Holy Spirit to guide us in the decision to serve and the selection of those who will serve. By letting prayer and scripture guide this selection, we have a commitment that yields our attention, agendas, and actions to God.

The School Board is a ministry that exists for the sake of others, with the goal of serving our school. Please consider joining the board...be prayerful in your decision. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact any members of the Board, Dr. Everling, or Father John. 

 

Our Current Board

 

Phillip Williams, President

Matt Tobin, Vice President

John Work, Secretary

Billy Tilotta, Finance Committee

Lisa Guidry, Student Achievement Committee

Becky Elder, Communications

Mary Yokubaitis, Faith in Action Committee

Martin Beirne, Advancement Committee

Mike Von Blon, Safety & Technology
"Let the wise listen 
and add to their learning, 
and let the discerning get guidance"
Proverbs 1:5

Fast Facts about the School Board

  • Serving on the parish school board is a ministry
  • The board consists of 9 members, each serving 3-year terms
  • Each year, 3 members cycle off the board, and 3 new members are added
  • Only one member of a family may serve on the board at any time
  • The board meets the 3rd Monday of each month

You may not serve on the board if...

  • You are an employee of the parish or the school
  • Your spouse, child, or sibling is an employee of the parish or the school
  • You are a board member or a professional educator of another school or school system

What does the School Board do?

  • Members serve in various officer roles and lead committee efforts that support the agenda set forth by the Pastor, the Principal, and the Archdiocese.
  •  The purpose of the board is to be advisory and consultative to the Pastor and Principal and to support the Mission and Vision of the school.

The board does not make decisions about curriculum, personnel, or discipline.

Have you given to the Annual Fund?

 

The Annual Fund provides the means to advance our school with academic programs, faculty development, and technology enhancement. These are the key components that make St. Cecilia "Christ-centered and educationally excellent." Your tax-deductible donation will ensure our students, teachers, and staff have the necessary tools to excel.

 

Please donate today and many thanks to everyone who has already donated.

Year-end Surveys are coming...
Please look for the parent survey in May. Dr. Everling and the school board are deeply committed to achieving our school's Vision. We need measurement tools that offer an objective evaluation of our effectiveness. The parent survey, along with surveys issued to staff, students, recent graduates, and high school staff, will be used for long-range planning and the continual improvement of our children's education.

Your opinions and ideas are welcome and valuable. Don't miss the opportunity to be heard!

 

Sincerely,

Your Saint Cecilia Catholic School Board