Administrator Highlight with
Elisa Goodwin
Director of Development & Alumni Relations
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lisa Goodwin joined us this past January as our Director of Development & Alumni Relations.
Her extensive nonprofit experience and mission-driven approach to work, make her a strong addition to the Falcon family. Elisa brings 15 years of experience in the nonprofit sector and more than 20 years in executive banking. She has an MBA and a B.S. in Communications. While she is no stranger to Texas, she is a transplant, having left her home in Georgia, solely to serve our students, parents, and alumni. When asked why she chose to move to Dallas and serve at Bishop Dunne, she said, “During my nonprofit career, I’ve served entities all over the world and two things have been consistent. Education
is a game-changer for youth to empower them to pursue their God-given dreams and everything changes when you fall in love with Jesus. Dunne checks both of those boxes and throws in a beautiful tapestry of diversity and inclusivity!” Elisa has one daughter, Hayley, who is finishing her master’s degree at University of Edinburgh. Her role will be focused on building partnerships to strategically build Dunne’s endowment fund, annual fund and other revenue streams to support a sustainable business model and the greatest experience for Dunne students and parents. She will also work closely with alumni to build a thriving alumni community that reflects the family experience they encountered while students at Dunne and to provide inspiration to impact the next generation of students.
Administrator Highlight with
Jenny Hood
Director of Admission & Financial Aid
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hile not new to Catholic education in Dallas, Jenny is new to Bishop Dunne, just completing her first year as Director of Admission & Financial Aid. Jenny grew up in the Diocese of Dallas, graduating from St. Elizabeth of Hungary and Ursuline Academy. She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies from the University of Oklahoma, Master of Theology from University of Dallas, and most recently, a Master of Educational Leadership from Southeastern Oklahoma State University. Jenny has worked in education for 13 years, as a teacher and administrator. She comes to Dunne with five years’ experience in Admissions, and is excited to be part of the Falcon community. “Admissions work is easy when you’re at a place as unique and welcoming as Bishop Dunne. It’s easy for families to see how their child will benefit from a Dunne education, and how they will grow as a person during their time here,” Jenny states, noting that the inclusive family environment is one of her favorite aspects of the school. “Bishop Dunne prepares students academically and socially for the world they will face upon graduation.” 6
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When asked what makes Bishop Dunne unique, Jenny believes it’s the opportunities that await students here. From the Collegiate Institute to GIS, students can explore their individual interests, and cater their experience to be one that is distinct, allowing for passion to thrive. “I’ve seen the students take initiative on so many different projects, from creating clubs, to coming up with ideas of how to market Dunne to the outside community. I love working with the kids to bring their ideas to life and helping them realize their power in their passion and work for their school.” For Jenny, the admissions process centers on the heart of a school, how a school makes you feel by simply walking through the doors. “I tell families a lot of the time, sometimes you just know--you have to trust your gut.” Walking the halls of Bishop Dunne, prospective families have commented on that exact gut feeling, and recognizing how special this place really is. “My job consists of getting people in the door. Once they’re here, the programs, staff and faculty, and students speak for themselves. They make it easy to show to families just how special this school truly is.” WWW.BDCS.ORG
