STRATEGIC PLAN 2025-2030
FUNDING THEFUTURE THANKYOU
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LETTER FROMTHE PRESIDENT
RYAN WIKEL‘99
Dear Sandusky Central Catholic Family,
In our unwavering dedication to advancing the mission of Sandusky Central Catholic School, I am pleased to present a strategic plan that will take us on an exciting journey into the future The plan will ensure the enduring prosperity of Catholic education in our community
Crafted over five months, the plan was composed with the help of faculty, students, parents, alumni, board members, and benefactors
We analyzed areas for improvement and identified four strategic initiatives: 1) Student Experience, 2) Marketing and Enrollment, 3) Campus Facilities, 4) Funding our Future.
We are focused and committed to progress Internally, we will assign specific goals, timelines, and responsibilities that will hold us accountable for the plans we have in place
The dedication of our board, coupled with the invaluable contributions of time and talent from our SCCS community, is the bedrock from which we build our future Thank you to all who contributed to the development of the plan
Together,wecanensure thatthefuturegenerations ofSCCSinheritacommunity thatisevenbetterequipped toservethem.
May God’s blessings guide and accompany us on this important journey together.
Ryan Wikel,
‘99
SCCS President
MISSIONAND CULTURE
MISSION
A faith community committed to following Jesus; Living the Gospel by Strengthening the Body, Challenging the Mind, Enriching the Spirit; Forming virtuous leaders for the Church and community.
CULTURE
As a Catholic school, faith and values are the foundation of everything we do. This emphasis on faith creates a culture of spiritual growth and a deep sense of purpose and meaning making us different by design.
SCCS promotes a culture of respect for the inherent dignity of every person. We teach students to value and appreciate the uniqueness of each individual through respectful dialogue, empathy, and acceptance.
Understanding that parents are the primary educators of their children, SCCS actively engages parents so that they can contribute to their child’s holistic development and strengthen the greater community.
INITIATIVEONE: STUDENT EXPERIENCE
STUDENT EXPERIENCE
PRIORITY
Sandusky Central Catholic will be the premiere PreK - 12 institution in the Sandusky area by offering a dynamic curriculum and delivering transformative student experiences.
OBJECTIVES
Develop and implement a cohesive, consistent curriculum across all grade levels
1. Attract, retain, and support exceptional educators to drive superior academic achievement
2. Engage and educate families on student performance, growth, and academic expectations
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3. Foster an educational journey and culture that deeply impacts students, promoting lifelong growth and meaningful transformation
INITIATIVETWO: MARKETINGAND ENROLLMENT
MARKETING AND ENROLLMENT
PRIORITY1
Sandusky Central Catholic School will establish and communicate a compelling, and cohesive brand identity, alongside a strategic marketing message that resonates with our community.
OBJECTIVES
PRIORITY2
Sandusky Central Catholic School will attract and enroll students seeking an exceptional, values-driven education, and who are committed to achieving academic excellence in a disciplined environment. Our inclusive athletic program emphasizes the importance of the 'student' in student-athlete.
INITIATIVETHREE: CAMPUSFACILITIES
CAMPUSFACILITIES
PRIORITY
Sandusky Central Catholic School will significantly enhance its campus by investing in modern capital improvements that will support the current and future success of our students.
OBJECTIVES
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Capital Improvements:
Enhance the campus by upgrading facilities to create a more attractive, comfortable, secure, state-of-the-art environment for students and staff
Revitalize key areas with improvements to painting, lighting, lockers, color schemes, and essential maintenance to ensure a modern and cohesive aesthetic
Upgrade restrooms to improve functionality and refresh their appearance, providing a more comfortable experience for students, staff, and guests
Evaluate HVAC systems to allow climate control efficiency and comfort throughout the facility
Invest in landscaping to cultivate a distinctive campus atmosphere that fosters school pride and enhances curb appeal
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Convert underutilized spaces into functional classrooms or areas to accommodate SCCS’s growth and future expansion needs
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Explore modernization options for facilities while considering the potential for campus expansion to meet long-term development opportunities
INITIATIVEFOUR: FUNDINGFOR THEFUTURE
FUNDINGOURFUTURE
PRIORITY
Sandusky Central Catholic School will grow its endowment to ensure long-term financial stability, strengthen annual giving, and secure funding for key capital initiatives.
OBJECTIVES
Evolve the Advancement Department from traditional fundraising to a comprehensive advancement model by: 1. Reorganize the Advancement Department to expand roles and optimize overall effectiveness Hire additional staff to support critical areas such as annual giving, events, alumni relations, and data management
Develop and promote a planned giving program, including the establishment of the SCCS Legacy Society, to engage long-term donors
Implement a 5-year capital campaign strategy to secure major gifts
Expand alumni engagement to broaden and deepen alumni support
2. Centralize all school fundraising efforts within the Advancement Department to create a unified process that aligns with and supports the budgetary needs of all school groups, departments, and organizations
THANKYOU
We are grateful to everyone who impacted the strategic planning process by taking our survey, participating in a focus group, or serving on a committee.
Special Thanks to our Committee Members:
Tara Beverick
Julia Brown ‘77
Fr. Zach Brown
Laura Criscione
Erin Dillard
Ryan Dillard
Rita Dominick ‘66
Brian Ferber ‘10
Jillian Gill
Kelly Gill ‘95
Jude Guerra ‘10
Meagan Howman ‘08
Rick Jeffrey ‘65
Steve Kohler ‘23
Chad Kresser ‘87
Jessy Lewis ‘91
Lisa MacMurray ‘01
Matt Maschari ‘92
Emily Martucci ‘05
Danny Miller ‘17
Ben Moncher ‘10
Dawn Opfer
Brooke Riedy
Mike Roth ‘70
Carol Scherger ‘66
Brittany Sternberg
Janelle White
Ryan Wikel ‘99
Mike Will ‘89
Tad Windau ‘74