School Advisory Council

The School Advisory Council is an advisory body operating the education programs of Saint Paul Catholic School. Through strategic planning, and with the guidance of the Gary Diocese, the SAC develops the philosophy, objectives, and general policies of the school. This includes the long-range planning around facilities, budget, and financial stability.

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Perhaps most importantly, the advisory is liaison to the complete parish body, and ambassadors for the parents. The advisory welcomes the thoughts, ideas, and concerns of the parish community.

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The SAC holds open meetings monthly, and requests for inclusion on the agenda as new business must be submitted to and approved by the SAC President.

​School Advisory Council Members 2025-2026:

Rev. Douglas Mayer, Pastor – pastor@stpaulvalpo.org
Lisa Hughes, Principal – lhughes@stpaulvalpo.org

Donna Shane, Teacher Representative- dshane@stpaulvalpo.org

Amanda Bookholt, Marketing/Enrollment Director- marketing@stpaulvalpo.org
Jared Cartee (3rd yr.), President

Seth Little Building and Grounds (3rd yr.), Vice President

Sam Bramfeld (2nd year), Athletics Chair
Elizabeth Wysocki (1st year) Fundraising Committee Chair
Vanessa Yeutter (2nd year), Home & School Committee Chair

Charlie Cooper (1st yr), Volunteer Coordinator

Joe Kowalisyn (3rd yr), Technology/Finance Coordinator

Brian O'Rourke (1st yr), Admissions/Marketing Assistant