School Board

The purpose of the St. Francis Xavier School Board is threefold:

1. Set policy for our school in accordance with Archdiocesan policy,
2. Set the school budget and be fiscally responsible for meeting this budget,
3. Promote and market St. Francis Xavier School. The Board sets yearly goals, participates in the Principal Evaluation Process and assists the pastor in the hiring of the principal.

Our School Board consists of nine members, elected from the school parents and the parish at large. Members serve a three-year term with the possibility of re-election to a second term. Board meetings are held monthly and are open to all school and parish members, except for executive sessions, which are closed to visitors. The meetings are regularly scheduled for the second Tuesday of the month at 7:00 P.M. in the rectory courtyard room. Notice of board meetings and meeting agendas are published in the church bulletin. Each meeting agenda includes a session during which visitors can ask questions and/or make comments. All visitors present will be recorded in the minutes of the Board meeting.

School Board Procedures for Visitors:

• Visitors observe the School Board while it is in session. They do not engage in the discussions nor do they actively participate in the agenda either through comments or by offering their opinions on the topic(s) being discussed.
• Once a visitor is recognized during the “open session”, they should introduce themselves before addressing the board. Each individual may speak for no longer than 2-3 minutes on matters of concern within the board’s jurisdiction.
• All board members listen to visitors. If necessary, either the Chair or someone designated by the Chair clarifies comments made or questions raised.
• There is no discussion or debate among visitors and board members.
• The Chair thanks the visitors for comments made and informs the visitors that a board member will respond to them at a later time.