School Board

St. Paul of the Cross School Board is responsible for developing policies to govern the school’s operation. All such policies must be in accordance with those established by the Archdiocesan School Board and are subject to the pastor’s approval. The pastor, in collaboration with the Board, shall screen, interview, and hire the principal. It is the responsibility of the Board to review and advise on the annual budget prepared by the principal. Final approval of this budget is the responsibility of the pastor. The Board is also responsible for working with the pastor and the principal to set tuition rates and develop and support the fundraising necessary for operating the school.

The Board has seven members who are elected for a three-year term. The Principal and Pastor also serve on the Board but are not voting members. The pastor retains the final decision-making responsibility on all Board recommendations. Elections are held each year in May.

The School Board meets on the last Tuesday of each month from September through June. Notice of Board meetings is published in the monthly calendar. Detailed minutes are taken at every board meeting and posted on this web page as soon as they are approved, usually at next month’s meeting. The School Board sets annual goals and evaluates its progress in accomplishing those goals each year.