Situation
A private Catholic school in South Dallas was experiencing declining enrollment and mounting financial instability. The board recognized the need for a sustainable path forward—one that would preserve the school’s mission while adapting to the evolving needs of its surrounding community.
Action
Over a year-long engagement, KRS partnered closely with the school’s board to develop a strategic plan grounded in both community values and operational realities.
As part of this process, the KRS team:
- Conducted neighborhood research to assess local educational needs and identify service gaps.
- Engaged parish families, school staff, and diocesan stakeholders to surface priorities, strengths, and areas for improvement.
- Analyzed key operational data, including budget performance, enrollment trends, academic outcomes, and demographic shifts.
- Facilitated a collaborative planning process with the board to align financial, academic, and community objectives.
Together, we helped define a renewed mission and vision for the school and built a multi-year roadmap to guide implementation and future investment.
Results
KRS delivered a comprehensive strategic plan that included:
- A multi-year tuition and financial sustainability strategy
- An enrollment growth and retention plan
- A capital investment roadmap
- New revenue enablers tied to mission-driven innovation
The plan was unanimously approved by the board and is now guiding the school’s next chapter—reaffirming its role as a cornerstone of the South Dallas community.
