Legacy of Faith, Vision for Growth
Strategic Plan Process
In September 2025, St. Vincent Catholic Schools officially began the strategic planning process, Legacy of Faith: Vision for Growth. Over the course of several months, this effort brought together our community through surveys, conversations, meetings, and collaborative workshops, engaging a broad group of stakeholders who care deeply about the future of our school.
Rooted in a tradition that began in 1896, this process reflects both our rich history and our commitment to continued growth. Through thoughtful reflection and intentional planning, we have identified opportunities to strengthen and enhance the St. Vincent experience for generations to come.
The strategic plan focuses on key areas of school life, including Catholic identity, academics, advancement, enrollment, facilities, finance, governance, and student life. Each area includes specific goals and objectives that will guide our efforts and priorities over the next five years.
What follows represents a shared vision shaped by the voices of our community and entrusted to school leadership for implementation. It is a roadmap grounded in faith, guided by purpose, and focused on excellence.
Thank you to all who contributed to this process and to those who continue to support St. Vincent Catholic Schools. Your commitment ensures that our mission—to transform each student through the power of faith, knowledge, and service to the community—remains strong today and for the future.
Stay connected and follow our progress as we bring this vision to life.
"We strive to provide the finest Catholic education guided by Vincentian virtues dedicated to inspiring and nurturing our students to excel, serve, and love with purpose and conviction."
Advancement
Strategic Plan Vision Statements & Objectives
Acadedmis Strategic Plan Vision Statement
St. Vincent Catholic Schools cultivates an environment of academic excellence, where faith and reason thrive. We foster an environment that promotes individual growth, a passion for discovery, and readiness for our evolving world.
Objectives
- Design and implement a living curriculum that is vertically aligned K - 12.
- Develop a long term technology plan to equip students and teachers with emerging technology skills.
- Support students’ individualized learning needs to promote growth and achievement.
Advancement Strategic Plan Vision Statement
Advancement at St. Vincent Catholic Schools cultivates a unified culture of philanthropy rooted in faith, relationships, and stewardship, engaging all stakeholders to ensure sustainable growth, financial vitality, and the long-term mission of Vincentian virtues and Catholic education for generations to come.
Objectives
- Develop a comprehensive Advancement Plan that aligns fundraising, enrollment, marketing/branding, and facilities with clear goals, defined roles, and measurable timelines, creating a cohesive playbook that eliminates confusion and connects all efforts toward long-term success.
- Develop a one school, one fundraising mentality among The Educational Foundation, the Alumni Association, PTO and the Advancement office.
- Create a culture of involvement for leadership, faculty, staff, students, parents, parishioners and community partners to serve as ambassadors.
Charism/Catholic Identity Strategic Plan Vision Statement
St. Vincent Catholic Schools, inspired by the Holy Spirit and guided by Vincentian virtues, accompany families as they encounter Christ’s transforming truth and love. As members of the Church, we joyfully and lovingly lead lives that proclaim the Gospel, through worship, evangelization, and meaningful service.
Objectives
- Enact a multi- faceted plan to publicize our teaching opportunities and recruit faculty and staff open to and aligned with the mission of SVCS.
- Develop faith enrichment opportunities and resources to help families deepen their relationship with Christ and place their hope in the Catholic Church as the means of salvation.
- Implement a comprehensive strategy of Catholic formation and prayer to inspire SVCS faculty and staff to live the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Enrollment Strategic Plan Vision Statement
St. Vincent Catholic Schools optimize enrollment by attracting, enrolling, and retaining a strong and thriving student population from our region and beyond. Students and parents aspire to be part of our outstanding Catholic school system.
Objectives
- Develop a comprehensive enrollment plan that clearly defines strategies, staffing, and resources to optimally attract, enroll and retain students.
- Establish a plan to develop a faith-based early childhood center as a feeder mechanism for St. Vincent Catholic Schools to broaden the foundation of our Catholic community.
- Enhance enrollment practices and outreach efforts to build a diverse faith-based school community.
Facilities/Technology Strategic Plan Vision Statement
St. Vincent Catholic Schools maintain and enhance facilities and technology to support the educational mission by supporting and prioritizing the academic, artistic, and athletic experiences of students, faculty and staff.
Objectives
- Assess all buildings, sports fields, parking lots and current utility infrastructure including a projection of all future facility usage and needs for both the parish and the school.
- Develop a strategy for a middle school (grades 6-8) experience and a plan for middle school and pre-K (3- & 4-year-old programs) facilities to clearly define the needs of the entire campus.
- Develop a comprehensive written 10-year master facilities plan that addresses repairs, upgrades, replacement, and projected capital improvements
Finance Strategic Plan Vision Statement
SVCS envisions sound fiscal management of our preK –12 parochial school system to effectively support all other strategic domains of the plan without increasing the financial responsibility of the parish.
Objectives
- Enhance the annual budget process to include school leadership and SVCS allied organizations for the entire budgeting cycle.
- Develop a long-term financial forecast that projects future scenarios and includes a study of tuition components as well as a financial aid model that assesses risk factors.
- Conduct a feasibility study to determine the capacity for a capital campaign to meet the capital improvements, endowment funds and enrollment/retention needs prioritized in this strategic plan.
- Establish clear roles and responsibilities of the school leadership, board and SVCS allied organizations with regards to process, oversight, and transparency around the budget and financial status of SVCS.
Governance Strategic Plan Vision Statement
SVCS envisions a unified leadership structure with clearly defined roles and consistent practices to fully support the mission of our preK –12 parochial school system, while ensuring our Catholic Identity, sustaining long-term financial health, and implementing our strategic plan.
Objectives
- Build a plan to communicate the value of the governance structure to ensure all stakeholders are aware of the role of each leadership position and how it supports SVCS.
- Define and implement a structured policy review cycle to ensure all governance documents and policies remain current and aligned with the school mission.
- Establish an annual self-evaluation process for the Board to determine effectiveness and progress of the Strategic Plan.
Implement an annual evaluation of the President that promotes accountability, growth, and alignment with mission and goals.
Student Life Strategic Plan Vision Statement
St. Vincent Catholic Schools emphasize a culture that nurtures faith, compassion, respect, confidence, and commitment to inspire students to life-long learning and leadership.
Objectives
- Define a Pre-K-12 counseling program that addresses current and future needs of students and families to ensure students are able to reach their full potential academically, spiritually, socially, and emotionally.
- Develop an overall school wide program of core values that promotes a mind set of inclusivity based on SVCS values.
- Create a culture fostering Vincentian virtues in our school and community inspiring life long faithfulness.
Strategic Plan Participants
Vision
St. Vincent Catholic Schools cultivates an environment of academic excellence, where faith and reason thrive. We foster an environment that promotes individual growth, a passion for discovery, and readiness for our evolving world.
Team
- Jamie Flores
- David Kapp ‘81
- Father Ranjan Lima
- Louise (Besand) ‘80 Wibbenmeyer
Vision
Advancement at St. Vincent Catholic Schools cultivates a unified culture of philanthropy rooted in faith, relationships, and stewardship, engaging all stakeholders to ensure sustainable growth, financial vitality, and the long-term mission of Vincentian virtues and Catholic education for generations to come.
Team
- Eric Clements ‘06
- Sonya (Nolen) ‘89 Dobbelare
- Tanya (Frentzel) ‘85 Mingione
- Becky (Oehl) ‘72 Paulus
Vision
St. Vincent Catholic Schools, inspired by the Holy Spirit and guided by Vincentian virtues, accompany families as they encounter Christ’s transforming truth and love. As members of the Church, we joyfully and lovingly lead lives that proclaim the Gospel, through worship, evangelization, and meaningful service.
Team
- Robert Hearnes
- John McLain
- Amy (Kiefer) ‘94 Miesner
- Sister Rosemary Oellermann
- Deacon Tom Schumer ‘82
Vision
St. Vincent Catholic Schools optimize enrollment by attracting, enrolling, and retaining a strong and thriving student population from our region and beyond. Students and parents aspire to be part of our outstanding Catholic school system.
Team
- Brianna Geile
- Hannah Gremaud
- Sara (Klump) ‘90 Hennemann
- Kristen Schmidt
Vision
St. Vincent Catholic Schools maintain and enhance facilities and technology to support the educational mission by supporting and prioritizing the academic, artistic, and athletic experiences of students, faculty and staff.
Team
- Jim Guyot ‘67
- Jerry Lintner ‘88
- Zach Stobart
- Susan (Klump) ‘90 Verseman
Vision
SVCS envisions sound fiscal management of our preK –12 parochial school system to effectively support all other strategic domains of the plan without increasing the financial responsibility of the parish.
Team
- Jenna Christisen
- Eric Clements ‘95
- Emily Hosey
- Roger Steinbecker ‘60
Vision
SVCS envisions a unified leadership structure with clearly defined roles and consistent practices to fully support the mission of our preK –12 parochial school system, while ensuring our Catholic Identity, sustaining long-term financial health, and implementing our strategic plan.
Team
- Lacey (Siegmund) ‘08 Amschler
- Linda Buerck
- Father Joe Geders
- Art Pistorio
- Morgan Wheeler
- Deacon Tom Schumer ‘82 Board Chair
- Renee (Klump) Brueckner ‘’81 Board Vice-Chair/Secretary
- Zachary Stobart, President of Schools
- Jamie Flores, Elementary Principal
- Sonya (Nolen) Dobbelare ‘89 Director of Advancement & Enrollment Development
Vision
St. Vincent Catholic Schools emphasize a culture that nurtures faith, compassion, respect, confidence, and commitment to inspire students to life-long learning and leadership.
Team
- Mindy (Cattoor) ‘02 House
- Heather Layton
- Julie Renaud
- Amy (Behrle) ‘80 Sutterer
- Lacey (Siegmund) ‘08 Amschler
- Renee (Klump) Brueckner ‘’81 Board Vice-Chair/Secretary
- Linda Buerck
- Jenna Christisen
- Eric Clements ‘95
- Eric Clements ‘06
- Sonya (Nolen) Dobbelare ‘89, Director of Advancement & Enrollment Development
- Jamie Flores, Elementary Principal
- Father Joe Geders
- Brianna Geile
- Hannah Gremaud
- Jim Guyot ‘67
- Robert Hearnes
- Sara (Klump) ‘90 Hennemann
- Emily Hosey
- Mindy (Cattoor) ‘02 House
- David Kapp ‘81
- Heather Layton
- Father Ranjan Lima
- Jerry Lintner ‘88
- John McLain
- Amy (Kiefer) ‘94 Miesner
- Tanya (Frentzel) ‘85 Mingione
- Sister Rosemary Oellermann
- Becky (Oehl) ‘72 Paulus
- Art Pistorio
- Julie Renaud
- Tom Schumer ‘82
- Kristen Schmidt
- Deacon Tom Schumer ‘82 Board Chair
- Roger Steinbecker ‘60
- Zachary Stobart, President of Schools
- Amy (Behrle) ‘80 Sutterer
- Susan (Klump) ‘90 Verseman
- Morgan Wheeler
- Louise (Besand) ‘80 Wibbenmeyer