Head of School

The Head of School of St. Patrick - St. Vincent Catholic High School is a practicing Catholic of deep faith and strong Catholic values. The Head of School’s primary responsibility is to be the spiritual leader of the entire school community, and to communicate and promote Catholic values throughout the school community, including staff, students, and parents. The Head of School is appointed by the Bishop of the Diocese of Sacramento and reports directly to the Board of Trustees under the Carver Policy Governance model. The Head of School is the Chief Executive Officer of the school and, as such, holds full responsibility for all aspects of the school’s operation. The Head of School is directly responsible for the external affairs of the school, ensuring sufficient resources, sound fiscal management, and financial stability. The Head of School oversees campus ministry, business operations, development, alumnae, community relations, and enrollment management activities. 

The Head of School supervises and works closely with the Assistant Principal of Academics, who has primary responsibility for the daily operation of the school and the teaching-learning environment, to ensure a common vision for the school and its mission. The Head of School promotes the good reputation and values of the school in acting as the primary liaison between the school, the Board of Trustees, and the Diocese of Sacramento. Working collaboratively with the Assistant Principal of Academics, and administrative staff, the Head of School ensures that Catholic values permeate the entire curriculum. These Catholic values emphasize the dignity of all students and the sanctity of life and provide a spiritual basis for all relationships and decision-making. The Head of School serves as the community’s chief witness to servant-leadership, both in deed and in word.