ABOUT

JOHN 23

Our

mISSION

The mission of John 23 Educational Center is to empower students for lifelong success in both the workforce and higher education while strengthening supportive home environments and families.

John 23 Educational Center welcomes students in grades 5-12 regardless of race, religion, background, or ability to pay.


VISION sTATEMENT

John 23 Educational Center envisions a community where students are empowered to become lifelong learners as they grow in success as leaders. John 23 Educational Center brings this vision to life by providing students with resources that strengthen needed skills and support to families that help build positive relationships and a strong home environment.


Our

history

John XXIII Educational Center opened its doors in the fall of 2009 with a mission to prepare students for graduation with the necessary skills for success in the workplace and in higher education. The Center’s name was chosen due to Pope John 23's advocacy for quality education for all God’s children with a strong belief that education is the foundation for creating a world of peace and love. Our high school graduates have reached a milestone in their life-long educational journey that gives them a beacon of hope and a path to a successful future.

Our

sponsors

Shirley Heck,

Co-Founder


Shirley F. Heck and Father Ricardo Martin are co-founders of John XXIII Educational Center. Shirley served as Volunteer Executive Director of John 23 from Fall 2009 through June 30, 2014. Currently, she is the Volunteer Director of Development, seeking financial support for John 23 through grants, an annual giving campaign, fundraisers, and presentations to create a greater awareness of John 23 in the Racine community. She is a member of St. Patrick’s Standing Committee of John 23 and the Sustainability Advisory Committee.


Shirley has a doctorate degree in Educational Administration from the University of Wisconsin –Madison. As a Professor and Chairperson of Early and Middle Childhood Education at The Ohio State University, she was noted for designing and writing about teacher support programs that focus on quality and equality of education for all of God’s children. The many success stories of students who attend John 23 Educational Center have been so rewarding. John 23 is blessed to be a ministry of Saint Patrick’s Parish.

Email: sheck6@outlook.com

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