Advisory Council

Core Purpose

The purpose of the St. Joseph Catholic School Advisory Committee is to support the Archdiocese of Detroit Moderator and principal in fostering a vibrant, sustainable, and faith-centered educational environment by offering guidance, expertise, and community representation in key areas.

Primary Roles & Responsibilities

• Mission & Catholic Identity
• Promote and uphold the Catholic identity and values of the school.
• Ensure school initiatives align with the parish and diocesan mission.
• Strategic Planning
• Assist in long-term planning for enrollment growth, facilities, curriculum support, and Catholic formation.
• Review and support the school’s strategic plan or vision.
• Financial Oversight (Advisory Role)
• Review and advise on the school’s annual budget, tuition models, and fundraising strategies.
• Support financial sustainability and stewardship.
• Institutional Advancement
• Assist in marketing, alumni outreach, development, and enrollment management.
• Be ambassadors for the school in the broader community.
• Policy Support
• Advise on school-level policies (not personnel or day-to-day operations).
• Support consistent application of diocesan and school policies.
• Principal Support
• Celebrate school leadership and offer counsel as requested.