Some have proposed that resurrection is more painful than death. Whatever the case, West Catholic has certainly faced both. Following an announcement of closure, West Catholic learned in the spring of 2012 that the school would remain open. Ever since this decision, tremendous events have occurred. A new vision at Board of Trustee and local leadership levels have allowed West Catholic to look at itself differently and set a new direction. Today, West Catholic is more goal-oriented and able to think outside the box. This strategic plan, A Commitment to Mission, developed in late 2012 and early 2013 and inclusive of all constituents, is meant to position West Catholic for the next five years as a school with purpose and a clear path to excellence. The plan has ten goal areas with specific objectives, action plans, and metrics in which to ensure success. This document is meant to give you a glimpse into those goal areas and objectives and expand your vision of what West Catholic intends to become. With strong leadership and commitment throughout the organization from all of its constituencies, West Catholic aspires to be a premier urban center for excellence in academics, social and religious formation, and athletics. May this strategic plan, Commitment to Mission, serve as an introduction to our vision for 2017 and beyond! Sincerely, MR. ALFONSE GABRIELE Chairman, Board of Trustees BROTHER RICHARD KESTLER, FSC President 4501 CHESTNUT STREET PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA 19139 215.386.2244 PHONE [email protected] WWW.WESTCATHOLIC.ORG STRATEGIC PLAN 2013-2017 A COMMITMENT TO MISSION MISSION STATEMENT WEST CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL IS A CATHOLIC COMMUNITY OF ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE IN AN URBAN ENVIRONMENT THAT IS OPEN TO AN INTERDENOMINATIONAL POPULATION. THE SCHOOL’S RIGOROUS SPIRITUAL, ACADEMIC, TECHNOLOGICAL, AND EXTRACURRICULAR PROGRAMS DEVELOP OUR ETHNICALLY AND RELIGIOUSLY DIVERSE STUDENT BODY INTO YOUNG MEN AND WOMEN OF STRONG MORAL AND ETHICAL CHARACTER. WEST CATHOLIC PREPARES EACH STUDENT TO FACE THE CHALLENGES OF EVERYDAY LIFE, EMBRACE LEADERSHIP POSITIONS IN SOCIETY, AND VALUE SERVICE IN AN EVER- CHANGING GLOBAL SOCIETY.