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Diocesan Catholic School Board & Resources

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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

 

November 20, 2024

October 8, 2024

September 3, 2024

June 11, 2024

May 7, 2024

March 19, 2024

February 20, 2024

January 16, 2024

November 21, 2023

October 16, 2023

September 12, 2023

June 13, 2023

May 9, 2023

March 27, 2023

February 27, 2023

 

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Teresa Reid

Development Committee Chair

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Cheryl Butkus

Committee on Directors Chair

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Sue Haas-Williams

Strategic Planning Committee Chair

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Rev. Darrel Kempf

Mission Effectiveness Committee

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Kristina Martinez-Precious

School Principal

TBD

Mission Effectiveness Chair

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Doug Anter

Marketing & Communications Committee Chair

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Kevin Simon

Finance Committee Chair

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Luzia Tartari

Admissions Chair

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Rev. Peter Damian

Clergy Representative

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Tim Thimmesch

Board Chair and Building & Grounds Chair

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Andrew Blum

Diocesan Catholic School Board

School Board Training, Strategic Planning & Governance