St. Mary’s Academy Advisory Council is an advisory council with responsibilities in advising policies. The council is made up of the administrative team (Pastor and Principal) along with five members. The council uses a consensus model of decision on policy making. The council has specific responsibilities in the following areas:
- Planning: sets goals and plans for the future in light of the Mission Statement.
- Policy Development: recommends direction for administrative action.
- Financing: plans and monitors ways to finance the educational programs including tuition, development, and fundraising plans, and allocating resources according to the budget. The final decision lies with the Principal and the Pastor.
- Public Relations: assists administration with promoting educational programs and recruiting students.
- Evaluation: determines whether the Advisory Council’s goals and plans are being met and determines the Council’s own effectiveness. Personnel Evaluation is the responsibility of the administration.
Current SAC Members are:
- Melissa Foote
- Jorge Barragan
- Selene Chandler
- Jeff Hall