School Board

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The St. Joseph School Board advises and supports the school faculty and administration on school procedures. Board responsibilities include:

• Ensure all school policies are in concert with the teachings of the Catholic Church, the Christian formation of children, and the Archdiocese of Chicago
• Oversee fiscal responsibility for the prudent operation of the school
• Set tuition rates and fees
• Advise on the school budget, and work with the Parish Council and the Parish Finance Committee to ensure the school operates under a balanced and fiscally responsible budget
• Recruit and retain students
• Advise in the hiring and evaluation of the school principal

Every year, three seats open up on the St. Joseph School Board. Information on applying for an open Board position is generally available in January.

Board Meetings

The St. Joseph School Board usually meets the fourth Monday of every month (except December) at 7:00 p.m. in the Neumann lounge. Meetings are open to all parish and school families. Whenever possible, a copy of the meeting agenda will be included in the school newsletter prior to the meeting. We will also continue to set aside "open mic" time at each meeting for parent comments or questions.

Long Range Plan

In 2005, the School Board with the help of school parents and other parishioners completed a Long Range Plan that supports the mission and established key near-term goals for school improvement, including:

- completion of the Trailblazer Resource Center
- increased enrollment
- pre-school improvement and accreditation
- facility improvements (i.e.: improved playground, updated basement, and additional classrooms)
- Spanish curriculum enhancement

View the full plan in Power Point by clicking on this link.

Read a summary of the 2009 Parent Survey comments here.

Board Committees

• Marketing/Recruitment - Development and support of recruitment programs and public relations for the School. This committee develops and maintains informational materials necessary for this purpose. A marketing subcommittee made up of volunteers assists the Board.
• Finance/Scholarship - Study, research and develop position papers on issues affecting the financial affairs of the School. The Committee reviews the annual budget of the School for presentation to the Board with its observations and recommendations for Board vote and the Pastor's approval. Monitor the Scholarship program for the School. This Committee develops and implements the procedures for the scholarship process.
• Internal Affairs - Implement the nominating process for new School Board members. The Chair of this Committee acts as the Chair of the Nominating Committee. This Committee also periodically reviews the Constitution and By-laws of the School Board, studies and recommends revised and new By-laws and procedures for the Board, presents for consideration By-laws introduced by other standing and special committees, and maintains the School Board policy book.
• Long Range Planning - Construct an outline and process for the development of the school's five-year plan. Together with the direction of faculty and staff, the Committee creates a plan that serves as the roadmap for the School in years ahead. The plan covers the school's future requirements in six key areas: curriculum, student life, physical plant, personnel, finance and development.
• Annual Fund/Development - Solicit donations to support annual operating expenses via the Annual Fund, and develop other donations to build a long term endowment for school improvement.