The purpose of Manistee Catholic Central School's Advisory Board is to provide the Principal and the Pastors of the Catholic Community of Manistee, St. Bernard (Irons), and St. Joseph (Onekama) with general counsel and advice regarding issues affecting the School, as well as assistance with organizing and implementing programs and special initiatives.
Advisory Board Members
Advisory Council
Bill Sturgeon, Jason Hallead, Peter Fischer, Jessica Witkowski, and Aisha Newenhouse.
Advisory Council Chair:
Vice Chair: Jason Hallead
Advisory Council Ex. Officio
Don Digna, Maria Turner, Sarah Logan, and Catherine Grinn.
Please contact the Advisory Council at mccadvisorycouncil@gmail.com for questions.
Advisory Board Sub Committees
Catholic Identity Committee
This committee is responsible for ensuring that the school adheres to a mission centered on Gospel values, centered on the Eucharist, and committed to faith formation, academic excellence and service.
Student Achievement & Academic Enrichment:
Chair: Catherine Grinn
This committee is responsible for ensuring that the school has a rigorous curriculum implemented through effective instruction.
Grants and Marketing
This committee is responsible for developing a comprehensive plan for institutional advancement based on a compelling mission through communications, marketing, enrollment management, and development.
Finance
Chair: Don Digna and Catherine Grinn
This committee is responsible for engaging in financial planning in collaboration with experts in nonprofit management and funding.
Building & Grounds
Chair: Peter Fischer
This committee is responsible for identifying and maintaining the school facilities.
Student Life Committee
Chair: Jessica Witkowski
This committee is responsible for providing programming and services that enriches the students' experiences with a focus on the larger, school wide activities.
Home and School
Chair: Aisha Newenhouse
This committee is responsible for providing programming and services that enriches the students' experiences with a focus on the day to day classroom focus activities and to provide essential communication between parents and staff/father.
Athletic Committee
Chair: Jason Hallead
This committee is tasked with working with the Athletic Director to ensure that the athletics programming is well managed and funded.