Department of Boards and Councils of Catholic Education Index Page - National Catholic Educational Association

Restructuring Governance
We work with the lead agent to provide onsite consultation on the process, and then assist in forming and implementing a plan.

Restructuring the Board
Setting Up a Regional System
Setting Up the Board Structure for a Merger of Schools

Starting or Jump-Starting Boards
We work with the lead agent to provide onsite consultation on the process, and then assist in forming and implementing a plan to reenergize or restructure a board that is not operating effectively.

Strategic Planning Services with the Board or Council as Lead Agent

This process can help your board to chart the future for its institution, rather than react to it.

Workshops and Training
Board training workshops for your school, group of schools, or whole diocese can be designed around your needs and conducted on your site by our national staff (topics in Adobe Acrobat format).

Certificates of Appreciation You can order custom-printed certificates of appreciation for presentation to outgoing members of your board, council, or commission. Convention Suggestions for 2009 You can volunteer to be a presenter or suggest a topic or presenter at the NCEA Convention in Anaheim, CA, April 14-17, 2009, on the work of boards or councils of Catholic education. Convention Sessions in 2008 Look back at the 2008 board & council sessions that were presented at the NCEA Convention in Indianapolis, IN. Environmental Health A series of articles and links to help boards ensure your building is healthy for students and staff. Issue-Gram (Order Back Issues) This newsletter is mailed quarterly to members of all boards that are Boards Department members, with practical tips, resources, contacts, and information to improve the work of boards. Membership in the Department Information about the benefits of membership in the department of NCEA that provides services to boards, councils, and commissions and a membership registration form.		Publications A convenient list to locate and order publications to enhance the work of boards. Resources Practical worksheets, checklists, tips, suggestions, and other documents that may be helpful. Safety Resources Articles and links that will help boards to protect students and staff from abuse and emergencies. Self-Assessment Tool Package of materials that will enable your board, commission, or council to improve its effectiveness. SPICE – Selected Programs for Improving Catholic Education 2008 Topic: Design for Success—New Configurations for Catholic Schools A project that identifies, validates, and shares successful, innovative Catholic programs that address particular needs, so that other educators may replicate or adapt them for your school's needs. SPICE Book Sale Webinars Online training courses for board leaders (chairs, officers, administrators, pastors, superintendents, etc.).
O'Neil D'Amour Award Each year an individual is recognized for his or her outstanding contribution to establishing and supporting collaborative leadership through boards of Catholic education. Descriptions and photos of previous recipients can be found here. Outstanding Board Awards Best practices of award-winning boards are shared here, along with photos, and an application form for next year's award. Each year boards, councils, and commissions are honored whose work can provide inspiration and ideas to others.		Department Staff Executive Committee and Regions 2006-2007 Boards Fact Sheet 2005-2006 Boards Fact Sheet 2004-2005 Boards Fact Sheet Number of U.S. Catholic schools, school boards, and diocesan boards by region during the school year. 2005-06 Boards Department Annual Report