Consultative Council

2023/2024
Holy Ghost Catholic School
Consultative Council

 As per the Archdiocese of Santa Fe Catholic School Policy Manual Policy No. 1090:

SUBJECT: ROLE OF LOCAL SCHOOL COUNCILS

"Each school will have a local school Consultative Council that reports to the Principal and Pastor/Rector. The Consultative Council provides support to the Principal and Pastor/Rector in matters designated by the Council’s Constitution and Bylaws or as requested by the Principal and Pastor/Rector. Areas for Council consultation and support include: planning, finances, facilities, public relations, marketing, enrollment management, and advancement/development and other areas identified in the strategic plan and approved by the Pastor/Rector and Principal."

The Holy Ghost Consultative Council is made up of 8 members consisting of different stakeholders in the Holy Ghost community. Our Council will meet once a month and a monthly summary will be shared to maintain transparency. 
 

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October Summary of Minutes
The Holy Ghost Consultative Council met on October 3, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. in the 8th grade classroom. The Council, consisting of 8 members, along with the Holy Ghost Catholic Church pastor, the school principal, and several non-voting school staff members, introduced themselves and spoke about their history and experience with Holy Ghost. The Council reviewed the Consultative Council By-laws and became familiar with both Council and meeting expectations. The principal gave a current school year update and upcoming school events were discussed. It was determined that officers would be voted on at the next meeting, held on November 7, 2023 at 5:00 p.m.

November Summary of Minutes
The Holy Ghost Catholic School Consultative Council met on November 7, 2023 in the 8th grade classroom. The voting of officers took place. Brandi Phlieger has been voted in as chairperson, Devona Benavidez co-chair, and Julieta Fackelman as secretary. There was a review of the Fall Festival and a 10K update was given by Mr. Chacon. Families gave positive feedback on how they felt about the Fall Festival, it was a success. The Council was updated on upcoming events, such as our Veterans Day celebration and Giving Tuesday. The meeting concluded with a discussion about student retention as we open enrollment for the 2024-2025 school year.