School Board Governance

For the Future of Catholic Schools

Boards of Specified Jurisdiction have a bias for action to advance the mission of the school. Unlike advisory boards that make recommendations but have no official authority, they are accountable for the governance and fiscal health of the school. These working boards offer a stark contrast to the days when members listened and discussed but stopped short of implementing real change.

Can Your Board Answer Yes to These Questions?

Is your school among the Unapologetic 3,000?

Read about Owning Your School's Future

Do you know why parents believe their child’s education is worth every penny invested?

Read about Value Proposition

Do you cultivate a visionary governance team capable of meeting the school’s mission?

Read about Recruiting New Board Members

Do you secure the school’s financial wellbeing?

Read about Achieving Fiscal Resilience

Do you avoid stepping over a dollar to pick up a dime in fundraising for the school?

Read about Moving from Transactional to Mission-based Fundraising

Between meetings, are you a working board that thinks strategically and drives results?

Read about Committee Activation and Impact

Resources

Why choose our school? Your Unique Value Proposition (UVP) is a concise statement that clarifies how you address families’ needs and what distinguishes you from competitors.

Re-registration is ongoing work made easier in a school that’s delivering on its promises. Your school retains students through a continuous cycle of delighting families and delivering results.

Through a similar attentiveness to credibility, empathy and trust, school leaders together embrace the school’s financial wellbeing. Fiscal resilience requires a strong partnership between the Principal, Business Administrator, Pastor, Parish Council and Finance Committee of your Board of Specified Jurisdiction.