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Thank you for your work and support for Our Vision for Royal Palm Academy

2024-2025

Supporters and Volunteers 
Tim and Trish Schwartz, Co-Chairs
Joe and Michelle Alig
Gary and Amy Allen
Nick and Jamie Almond
Bob and Dee Almond
Jeremy and Amanda Arnold
Karen and Phil Avery
Phillip and Katherine Basso
Anthony and Beth Cameratta
Joseph Boff and Constance Burke
Joe and Jaime Bonura
Malcolm and Kinga Bosse
Michael and Jennifer Bussman
Alan and Julie Cody
Chuck and Joanne Ciuni
Bridget and Jeff Davis
Nick and Meghan Demchenko
Chris and Ann Donahue
Jared and Katie Ford
Dennis and Jackie Frodsham
Christian and Andrea Galt
Nate and Jill Gingrich
Andy and Katie Hord
Olesya and Stephen Karakosta
Will and Jenny Kastroll
Chad and Danielle Kocses
Corinne Merriman
Tammy Misinski
Doug and Jessica Meschko
Jerome and Katherine Moenter
Ross and Meghan Moore
James and Amy Novakovich
Joe and Mary Kay O'Malley
Joe and Jennifer Pavich
Baron and Jamie Ringhofer
Michel and Gisele Saadeh
George Schwartz
Melissa and Jeffrey Skupny
Joseph and Brittany Thompson
Thomas and Sherri Waller

2023-2024

Master Site Plan Committee
Karen Avery, Board President
Michael Bussman, Head of School
Bob Almond, Honorary Chair
Joseph Alig
Jeremy Arnold
Jackie Balandra
Joe Bonura
Erin Brady
Dennis Frodsham
Lisa Gorda
Jenny Kastroll
Joe O'Malley
Michel Saadeh
Tim Schwartz
Douglas Meschko
David Corban, Architect
Adriana Perez-Leyva, Architect
Head of School Cabinet
Karen Avery, Board President
Tim and Trish Schwartz, Co-Chairs
Michael Bussman, Head of School
Amanda Arnold
Jaime Bonura
Joe Bonura
Jennifer Bussman
Meghan Demchenko
Nicholas Demchenko
Dennis Frodsham
Andrea Galt
Christian Galt
Mary Kay O'Malley
Sherri Waller
Robert Rice, CCS
Vann Ellen Mitchell, CCS

2022-2023

Strategic Planning Committee
Karen Avery, Board President
Michael Bussman, Head of School
Bob Almond
Jackie Balandra
Erin Brady
David Buelow
Jen Clarke
Chuck Ciuni
Jared Ford
Dennis Frodsham
Vanessa Garribay
Katie Groff
Olesya Karakosta
Jenny Kastroll
Andrea Koch
Lafonda Miller
Joe Murgalo
Douglas Meschko
James Nulf
Joe O'Malley
Mary Kay O'Malley
Baron Ringhofer
Michel Saadeh
Gisele Saadeh
Chrissie Saluan
Tim Schwartz
Sherri Waller
Roxanne Whiddon
Fr. Van Zee
Mari-Elean Vickers

 

Our Vision for Royal Palm Academy

A Vision for the Future

At Royal Palm Academy, our vision is to transform our existing campus into a modern 21st-century educational environment that equips our students with the skills, knowledge, and values they need to become the leaders of tomorrow. Rooted in Catholic values and a deep commitment to excellence, our vision focuses on securing the future of Catholic Independent education in North Naples and ensuring that our students thrive in a safe, innovative, and nurturing environment.

Guided by Our 2023 Strategic Plan

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Our vision is guided by our 2023 Strategic Plan, which lays out a comprehensive roadmap for the future of Royal Palm Academy. This plan is not just about growth but about ensuring the long-term success and safety of our students as they develop into virtuous leaders. Key areas of focus include:

  1. Transforming Our Campus for the 21st Century: We are dedicated to creating a campus that reflects the needs of a 21st-century education. This includes state-of-the-art classrooms, advanced technology integration, and modern facilities that support our commitment to academic excellence and holistic development. Our goal is to provide a learning environment that is both inspiring and equipped to prepare our students for the challenges and opportunities of the future.

  2. Safety as a Core Value: "The Safest School in America": At Royal Palm Academy, safety is paramount. Our vision includes implementing the highest standards of safety and security, making our campus "The Safest School in America." We are committed to ensuring that our students learn and grow in an environment where they feel completely secure, allowing them to focus on their education and personal development without distraction.

  3. Securing the Future of Catholic Independent Education: Our vision is centered on securing the future of Catholic Independent education in North Naples. By investing in our campus and our programs, we are ensuring that Royal Palm Academy remains a beacon of values-driven education for generations to come. This vision is about more than just today—it’s about laying the foundation for the continued success and spiritual growth of our students well into the future.

  4. Developing Virtuous Leaders: Central to our vision is the formation of students who are not only academically accomplished but also spiritually grounded and morally strong. We are committed to nurturing the virtues of integrity, compassion, and faith in our students, preparing them to lead with confidence and conviction in a complex and ever-changing world.

  5. A Commitment to Excellence and Innovation: As we transform our campus, we are also committed to continuous innovation in our educational approach. Our vision includes the integration of cutting-edge technology, forward-thinking pedagogy, and a curriculum that fosters critical thinking, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning. This commitment ensures that our students are well-prepared to excel in the future, whatever it may hold.

Join Us on This Journey

We invite you to join us as we bring this vision for Royal Palm Academy to life. Together, we can secure the future of our students, providing them with an education that is not only exceptional in quality but also deeply rooted in the values that will guide them throughout their lives.

Come See Where Students Thrive

As we move forward, we remain steadfast in our mission to educate minds, nurture hearts, and form the character of future leaders. We are excited to build a future where our students not only thrive but also lead with purpose, compassion, and virtue.