School Board Resources


 

About Us

The alliance of Catholic schools in the Diocese of Grand Rapids includes 26 elementary schools and five high schools. To learn about our individual schools, scholarships and enrolling, click the CatholicSchools4U.org button below.

Resources on this page include information about our mission and vision, our “Catholic Schools: Bridging Faith and Future” strategic plan, our board, policies and reports, and links to board member materials, our educational technology site, and GRACEAC athletics.

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CatholicSchools4U.org

Mission

We prepare students to seek and fulfill God's plan for learning and life.

Vision

Be an alliance of Catholic schools expanding outstanding educational ministry.

Catholic Schools:

Bridging Faith and Future

Catholic Schools: Bridging Faith and Future is our strategic plan for Catholic school vitality. This five-year plan guides us as we live out our mission in pursuit of our vision.

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Diocesan Catholic School Board

Our Diocesan Catholic School Board, as an advisory body, is a collaborative and strategically-focused body delivering leadership, mentorship, and expert recommendations that enhance the quality and growth of our Diocesan schools. Guests at Diocesan Catholic School Board meetings are limited to Catholic school constituents. All guests must register in advance and receive confirmation of attendance from the Office of Catholic schools to be admitted. Guests wishing to address the Board must submit their topic for approval at least one week in advance of the meeting.

  • Meeting Minutes

  • Meeting Agendas

                  Teresa Reid

                  • Development Committee Chair

                  Cheryl Butkus

                  Committee on Directors Chair

                  Sue Haas-Williams

                  • Strategic Planning Committee Chair

                  Rev. Darrel Kempf

                  Mission Effectiveness Committee

                  Kristina Martinez-Precious

                  School Principal

                  Sr. Colleen Anne Nagle

                  Mission Effectiveness Chair

                  Doug Anter

                  Marketing & Communications Committee Chair

                  Kevin Simon

                  Finance Committee Chair

                  Luzia Tartari

                  Admissions Chair

                  Rev. Peter Damian

                  Clergy Representative

                  Tim Thimmesch

                  Board Chair and Building & Grounds Chair

                  School Board Training, Strategic Planning & Governance

                  • School Board Training

                  • Strategic Planning Resources

                  • Governance Model Types and Descriptions