STRATEGIC PLAN 2022-2025
GOAL #1 CATHOLIC IDENTITY AND HOLY CROSS FORMATION
SUPPORT AND GUIDE STUDENTS IN THE CONTINUED FORMATION OF CATHOLIC IDENTITY. OFFER UNIQUE CHRISTIAN SERVICE AND SPIRITUAL ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES THAT PROMOTE HOLY CROSS CORE VALUES AND THE HOBAN MISSION.
Provide ongoing professional development for all Holy Cross educators to support continuous formation and growth as educators in a Catholic high school founded in the Holy Cross tradition; expand orientation and onboarding experiences to include a deeper understanding of the Catholic faith and Holy Cross tradition as it relates to education in a Catholic school.
Create intentional Holy Cross educator expectations and pathways to integrate Catholic identity and Holy Cross values into the school culture and daily curriculum; utilize resources provided by the Congregation of Holy Cross and the Holy Cross Institute at St. Edward’s University to impact schoolwide incorporation of Holy Cross.
GOAL #2
ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT
Promote service experiences that increase motivation and connection to the call for Christians to reach out in service to others for the Hoban community; strengthen the Christian service program to promote, track and coordinate service for students and Holy Cross educators; engage a wider range of Holy Cross educators to assist in the Christian service program.
Prioritize faith formation for students and Holy Cross educators through increased prayer opportunities on campus, at programs offered by the Diocese and the wider Catholic community, enhance student retreat opportunities and faith-based events; more deeply engage Catholic identity by inviting various Catholic and Holy Cross speakers/leaders to the Hoban campus and through regular theological reflections between students and Holy Cross educators.
ENSURE THE PROVISION OF A WORLD-CLASS EDUCATION THAT VALUES THE NEEDS OF EVERY LEARNER. PREPARE STUDENTS FOR THE FUTURE BY OFFERING A WELL-ROUNDED CURRICULUM WITH HIGH EXPECTATIONS.
Deliver a consistent blend of academic rigor and high expectations while employing innovative instructional strategies that regularly adapt and evolve.
Build a culture of professional learning communities that frequently assesses student learning gaps and adjusts instructional practices accordingly.
Expand educational pathways by focusing on differentiated learning strategies, personalized learning, extended learning, experiential opportunities, deep practice and authentic feedback loops.
Continually assess academic programming offerings and prioritize updated possibilities while keeping the cultivation of the heart and mind ahead of cosmetics and fads.
Leverage technology to transform the classroom experience within the context of prioritizing the core values of family, community, relationships and presence.
CLIMATE AND CULTURE | INCLUSIVENESS | STUDENT WELLNESS
PROMOTE A POSITIVE CULTURE BY MODELING, LIVING AND PROMOTING THE HOLY CROSS CORE VALUES. CREATE A SCHOOL ATMOSPHERE THAT CELEBRATES HEALTHY ATTITUDES AND DECISIONS WHILE RESPECTING AND VALUING DIVERSE PERSPECTIVES.
Audit classroom resources to ensure student access to culturally-competent materials and instruction; further develop courses to increase students’ exposure to global cultures and diverse peoples.
Implement an Inclusiveness Advisory Council to develop a school inclusiveness plan; ensure school policies promote the Holy Cross core value of inclusiveness.
Develop, advance and promote access to wellness, mental health and other social-emotional resources; remove barriers to provide easy and confidential access to school counselors; enhance dialogue to more thoroughly understand the complexities of home and school life.
FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE AND SAFETY
Develop and implement high academic expectations balanced with holistic wellness and mental health; create policies that promote the formation of the heart and the mind.
Create opportunities to further engage students in ownership and shared decision-making of the school environment, including cocurriculars and athletics.
PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A 21ST-CENTURY FACILITY THAT IS SAFE AND FUNCTIONAL, ENSURING EDUCATIONAL BEST PRACTICES REMAIN AT THE FOREFRONT OF FACILITY DECISIONS.
Develop a comprehensive, multi-year facilities plan that aligns with institutional goals and priorities for academic achievement, culture/wellness, athletics and safety. Provide facilities that promote interaction, foster engagement and magnify 21stcentury learning opportunities.
Review all aspects of physical campus security as well as cyber security; recommend changes to policy and application of best practice strategies; ensure consistent application of security protocol/ procedures during the school day and after-school events; study traffic plans and patterns during dropoff and pick-up times.
Grow campus-wide impact of globally-conscious initiatives and other conservation and energy-saving programs; create a direct link to Hoban courses, service groups and student-driven initiatives to assist in the development and management of green/ conservation programming.
Cultivate a campus beautification initiative; focus resources on improving basic cosmetics and landscaping as well as campus signage appeal and visibility.
GOAL #5 COMMUNICATIONS
ACTIVELY ENGAGE HOBAN STAKEHOLDERS IN ACTIVE, TWO-WAY COMMUNICATION STRATEGIES THAT PROMOTE ONGOING SCHOOL NEWS, ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND A VISION FOR THE FUTURE. UTILIZE MULTIPLE MEDIUMS, INCLUDING DIGITAL AND PRINT, TO EFFECTIVELY REACH THE TARGET AUDIENCE AND BEYOND.
Develop marketing and communications initiatives aimed at strengthening Hoban’s brand awareness among prospective families and students; utilize strategic storytelling to increase admissions inquiries, visits and applications.
Engage with current families and students by creating meaningful methods of direct and two-way communication and sharing timely, relevant and balanced content to support all areas of the school – academics, faith formation, athletics, cocurricular activities and arts.
GOAL #6
ADMISSIONS AND ENROLLMENT
Communicate a variety of opportunities for alumni and friends to become more deeply involved in the school community; generate additional opportunities for alumni connectivity via social media platforms.
Create meaningful, simplified methods of internal communication with the Board of Directors and Holy Cross Educators.
PROMOTE HOBAN THROUGH AN ADVANCED PLATFORM OF STRATEGICALLY DESIGNED RECRUITMENT INITIATIVES. ENSURE PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS AND FAMILIES ARE EQUIPPED WITH EXTENSIVE RESOURCES AND INFORMATION TO ASSIST IN THE DECISION TO ATTEND HOBAN.
Increase communication between potential Hoban students and their family members, parish priests and principals; actively promote the Hoban admissions process, including special events and financial aid opportunities.
GOAL #7
Audit current admissions events as well as oncampus and off-campus visitation priorities.
FINANCE AND HUMAN RESOURCES
Increase headcount by 30% in promising geographic regions that are high growth enrollment targets; send direct communication to these families regarding on-campus Hoban recruitment events; hold admission meet and greet events in new, high growth locations; send specialized emails promoting Hoban from current families that attend Hoban from the same region.
DEMONSTRATE FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY AND TRANSPARENCY IN ALL ASPECTS OF OPERATIONS AND MANAGEMENT. PROACTIVELY PLAN AND PROJECT FUTURE NEEDS ALONG WITH POSSIBLE FUNDING MECHANISMS. RECRUIT AND RETAIN A VIBRANT AND DIVERSE WORKFORCE.
Continue to develop and enhance a compensation model to attract, recruit and motivate highly qualified personnel who model the Holy Cross values.
Assess Hoban transportation needs and develop a solution that not only secures timely and costeffective transportation but also focuses on safety and reliability.
Leverage and maximize both internal and external shared service opportunities, resulting in savings and efficiencies within the school.
Audit all student programming (academic, cocurricular, etc.) to determine appropriate staffing levels.
Recruit and develop a diverse staff to support our students and provide different life perspectives, talents and skills.
Proactively study and research the impact of changing socio-economic realities, factoring them into compensation and development of programs for Holy Cross educators.
GOAL #8 INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENT
STIMULATE DONOR SUPPORT AND ALUMNI CONNECTIVITY THROUGH A COMPREHENSIVE ADVANCEMENT STRATEGY. EXECUTE
ANNUAL, PLANNED AND CORPORATE GIVING INITIATIVES OF ALL SIZES. CONNECT AND RECOGNIZE ALUMNI OF ALL GENERATIONS TO FURTHER PROMOTE THE SUCCESS OF HOBAN GRADUATES AND STAKEHOLDERS.
Inspire recurring annual gifts from donors to support the school’s current operating needs.
Increase the Hoban Trust Fund endowment to $20 million through a sustained major gift program that is inclusive of planned gifts.
Execute a limited number of special events that provide a strong ROI and opportunities for donor engagement.
Systematically approach foundations and corporations for funding through grant applications, sponsorships and underwriting opportunities.
GOAL #9 BOARD GOVERNANCE
Design, plan and actualize a comprehensive capital campaign aligned with the school’s most pressing needs.
Facilitate fundraising efforts by leveraging data to inform annual and major giving strategies through donor-centered communication, recognition and stewardship.
Develop a culture of alumni engagement, networking and volunteerism through in intentional relationship building.
PROVIDE RESOURCES AND SUPPORT IN ALIGNMENT WITH THE MISSION AND VISION OF HOBAN. OFFER OVERSIGHT AND GUIDANCE TO SCHOOL LEADERSHIP AS IT RELATES TO SCHOOL INITIATIVES AND PROGRAMMING.
Define and implement succession planning strategies for the Board of Directors; ensure an effective and diverse Board makeup; consider succession strategies for senior administrative positions when applicable.
Continue to work in close collaboration with the leadership of the Brothers of Holy Cross; ensure Holy Cross identity and charism remains the core foundation of Hoban.
Provide oversight and governance that is aligned with the structures, processes and mission of Hoban and Holy Cross; support school administration in the faithful implementation of the school’s strategic plan.