Campaign OverviewRenovation Needs & Goals


Our Strategy and Our Process

The renovation and expansion project is a necessity since, with the exception of the junior high, kindergarten and cafeteria renovations/expansion, the school facilities have not been updated since they were originally constructed 50 years ago.

Our team went through a detailed process to ensure we addressed all the school's needs ... we identified facility renovation and modernization as a key objective to STM's continued excellence.

Our team went through a detailed process to ensure we addressed all the school's needs. After five years of focused strategic planning involving the pastors of St. Patrick and STM, administrators, teachers, STM school board members, STM Pastoral council, parents and other parish and school stakeholders, we identified facility renovation and modernization as a key objective to STM's continued excellence. The board has taken the time to analyze campus needs for now and into the future. This plan addresses all of the items brought to light in the strategic planning meetings:

 

  • Major renovations to the fifth and sixth grade classrooms with a central secure commons
  • New library including a media center with enhanced technologies combined with administrative offices
  • New junior high science lab
  • New band/music room
  • Renovations for student services (resource room, guidance, nurse, speech and occupational therapy room)
  • Secure lower grade playground
  • Increased campus security
  • Front door presence for parents and visitors
  • Renovations to the gym restrooms and lobby area

 

Minimal Impact on Education

To minimize the impact on school operations, construction will be completed in phases under one contract in approximately 10 months. Most of the construction will take place during holidays and at night to further minimize interference with classroom activities.

 

Financial Strength

STM is in a solid financial position. The school has done a great job of building cash reserves over the last 50 years and received additional funding as a result of increased attendance at STM post Katrina. In addition, we have taken any excess funds received over the last three years and dedicated to the long-term capital needs of the campus. At present, we have $1.2 million in cash reserves which represents over 30% of cash required to fund the project. The school will maintain appropriate cash reserves for operating needs even after funding this project.