Presidential Search
Announcement: President Search Consultant Secured
We are pleased to announce that the Board of Trustees and Bishop Soto have officially secured the services of Spelman Johnson Executive Search Firm to support the search for a Catholic Presidential candidate for St. Francis Catholic High School. We will be working closely with Ellen Heffernan and Michel R. Frendian, both experienced consultants from the firm with a proven track record of guiding Catholic schools through successful leadership transitions.
A Message from the Board of Trustees of St. Francis High School:
Leadership Transition and Our Continued Path to Success
The Board of Trustees of St. Francis Catholic High School would like to thank President Desmond for her leadership and vision that has helped elevate St. Francis to new heights in the last two years. While her departure is bittersweet and we will miss her dearly, we fully support her decision to return to her hometown to pursue an incredible opportunity at her high school Alma Mater. It will also allow her to be close to her family, including elderly parents, while continuing to pursue her passion for Catholic education for young women.
Important Message from the President’s Office
Dear St. Francis Families,
Almost 30 years ago I moved to Sacramento to begin my career in education. For the last 10 years, I have been blessed with the opportunity to work in Catholic education, which has been a transformative experience that has allowed me to fully integrate my Catholic faith with my professional life. This unexpected gift has enriched my career and life in ways I could never have anticipated.