Community
School Advisory Council (SAC)
School Advisory CouncilAdvising, Assisting, and Supporting Our School's Mission
The School Advisory Council partners with the Pastor and Principal to guide School of St. Mary's mission, bringing together dedicated volunteers who lend their expertise to strengthen our school community.
Our Purpose
The School Advisory Council (SAC) advises, assists, and supports the Pastor and Principal in advancing the mission of School of St. Mary. Through its committees, Council members share their professional expertise, leadership, and commitment to help strengthen our school community and plan for its future.
Members & Meeting Information
2026–2027 School Advisory Council Members
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Leadership
- Chair: Michelle Kijek, SAC@schoolofstmary.org
- Vice Chair: Kate Burke
- Secretary: Mary Kate Strittmatter
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Committee Representatives
- Catholic Identity: Alyse Alban and Erica Cook
- Curriculum: Justin Fisk
- Development: Maeve Curran and Diana Hand
- Finance: Rob Busam, Meredith Leggitt, and Chris Schenkel
- Legislative Action: Emily Sturges
- Marketing and Enrollment: Brittany Ruef, Melissa Haak, and Sabrina Jerina
- Student Life: John Hancir
- Technology: Jimmy Griffin and Ashley Madsen
- Parents Association: Kim Danciu
- Faculty Representative (UGC): Margaret Hogan
- Faculty Representative (PGC): Natalie Agostinelli
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Ad Hoc Committees
- Safety and Security: Katelyn Belcore, Derek Sarmas, and Jenn Zeit
- Teacher Recruitment and Retention: Courtney Bott and Liza Jessen
Meetings
School Advisory Council meetings are held in the Multipurpose Room at the Upper Grade Center, from 7:00 to 8:45 p.m. Meetings are open to the public, and parents are encouraged to attend.
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Visitor Guidelines
We welcome members of our school community to attend SAC meetings. To help meetings remain productive:- Visitors may speak during the designated public comment portion of the agenda.
- Public comments will be recorded in the meeting minutes.
- Council members will not engage in discussion or debate during public comment.
- Questions or concerns involving individual students, families, or staff should be directed
- to the Principal and/or Pastor outside of the meeting.
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2026–2027 Meeting Schedule
- September 30, 2026
- October 28, 2026
- December 9, 2026
- January 20, 2027
- February 24, 2027
- April 28, 2027
- May 19, 2027
Downloads
Access current and past SAC agendas, newsletters, and meeting minutes below
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