Archdiocese of Boston

Brockton Regional Proposal

Presentation to Parents, Teachers & StaffJanuary 28, 2007

Welcome!

Tonight’s Discussion

1. What is the 2010 Initiative?

2. Why Brockton?

3. Vision for Brockton

4. What Will Change? What Will Stay the Same?

5. Questions & Answers

What is the 2010 Initiative?

What is the 2010 Initiative?

Archdiocesan-wide effort focused on improving, strengthening & revitalizing Boston’s Catholic Schools

Drawing upon collective experience: – Commitment to Catholic education – Cardinal O’Malley

– Strategic Planning Committee – led by Jack Connors

– Principals

– Pastors

– Local stakeholders

– Professional education experts

– Consultants

– Community leaders

Create long-term system that will evolve, grow & develop to meet needs of students & community

Why Brockton?

Why Brockton?

Pastors, principals & Catholic community

working together to create long-term vision for Catholic education in Brockton

BUT …

Significant challenges we cannot meet with status quo

Why Brockton?

• We cannot maintain/finance growing needs of three parish schools

• Limited parish resources

• Growing deferred maintenance

• Quality schools require planning & resources to meet today’s needs:

– Strong academic programs– Integration with technology– Improved facilities– Pre-K programs– Before/after school programs

Why Brockton?

“DOING NOTHING” IS NOT AN OPTION

• Sought to avoid eventual closure of schools

• Encouraged 2010 Planning Team to provide expertise & assistance with new governance models

• 2010 Planning Team helped coordinate planning & programming, finances, school construction, marketing plans

• Worked together on a NEW VISION for Brockton to ensure strong Catholic education

Vision for Brockton Plan for the Future

Vision for Brockton Overview

• Saint Edith Stein Parish - St. Edward School

• Saint Casimir Parish - St. Casimir School

• Christ the King Parish - Sacred Heart School (K-8)

- Saint Colman School (closed)

550 Students

3 Schools

Catholic School for Brockton

• Lower Campus - Present St. Edward building - Pre K–3rd

• Upper Campus - Present St. Colman building - Grades 4-8

Current Proposed

515+ Students

2 Schools – Upper & Lower Campus

Vision for Brockton Regional Governance Model

TODAY

Parish-Run Schools

PastorsPrincipals

Advisory Boards

Providing a strong Catholic education

TOMORROW

Regional Board/ Director-Run Schools

PastorsPrincipals

Experienced professionals:- Education- Marketing

- Fundraising

Strengthening Catholic education

Vision for Brockton

Stonehill Partnership

Curriculum Technology

Construction& Physical Plant

Development

STRONGER BROCKTON SCHOOL SYSTEM

Stonehill Partnership with Regional School

Stonehill Partnership with Regional School

1 Management

• Provide assistance through participation in Regional Board

2 Curriculum

• Assist in formation of curriculum strategy & academic benchmarks

3 Staff Development

• Assist in staff development and training programs

School Upgrades

School Upgrades Curriculum Development

Curriculum Goals

1. Strengthen delivery of curriculum & broaden opportunities for instruction through:

• Language & science labs

• Dedicated art & music spaces

• Expanded drama & arts opportunities

• Pre-K programs

2. Improve technology & integrate with curriculum

• Computers in classrooms

• Greater accessibility to technology for all students

3. Provide professional development opportunities for our teachers and staff

School Upgrades Construction

School Upgrades Construction

St. Colman – Existing

• 41,000 GSF• Currently leased by Charter School• Storage basement• 1st floor:

– 8 classrooms, 4 small offices

• 2nd floor:– 8 classrooms, Library, Bathrooms

Proposed Improvements

• Roof• Windows• Façade• Interior Finishes• MEP• Grades 4–8 classrooms

School Upgrades Construction

St. Colman – Proposed

• 42,000 GSF• Grades 4–8 • Basement converted to music & art room• Playground• 1st floor:

- 4 classrooms, Expanded offices- New technology, media, foreign language &

science labs- New kitchen & cafeteria

• 2nd floor:– Renovated classrooms, Expanded library,

Renovated bathrooms

• New elevator

School Upgrades Construction

St. Edward – Existing

• 27,000 GSF• Grades K–8 • 1st floor:

– 16 classrooms– Nurses/principal office– Bathrooms– Outdated kitchen– Recently renovated gym

Proposed Improvements

• Roof• Windows• Façade• Interior Finishes• MEP• 4,000 SF addition• 3 Pre-K classes • 2 Kindergarten classes • 3 1st, 2nd, 3rd grade classes

School Upgrades Construction

St. Edward - Proposed

• 31,000 GSF

• Grades Pre-K – 3

• Playground

• 1st floor:– 16 renovated classrooms– New technology, media & music room– Expanded Nurses/principal office– Renovated Bathrooms– New kitchen & cafeteria

What Will Stay the Same?

What Will Stay the Same?

• Principals providing instructional leadership

• Pastors heavily involved

• Parish relationship with school families

• All parishes continue to promote importance of Catholic education

• All children ensured seats in new school

• Financial assistance & family discounts available

• Breakfast & lunch programs

• Transportation to/from schools

What Will Change?

What Will Change?

• More effective schools = higher quality education for your children

• Stronger governance model & school management will ensure long term stability of school

• Curriculum upgrades, technology & quality study materials will help position your children for future success

• Upgraded school buildings & facilities for improved learning environment

Catholic Schools Week

Catholic Schools Week

When: Now

Where: Local parish school

How: Fill out application form & return to local parish school

Who: Every currently-enrolled student has first preference to sign up for school.

Enrollment will be opened to everyone March 1st.

Registration Details

Questions & Answers