Results of parent surveys (46 respondents) Results of parishioner surveys for each: Immaculate Conception (207 of respondents of 1157 families) St. Patrick’s of Erin Prairie (46 respondents of 183 families) St. Mary School survey results for Accreditation

School Parent/Guardian Survey Report Summary 46 respondents Strengths: Almost all areas reviewed on the survey rated highly. Overall strong sense of Catholic identity and appreciation for the faith based environment. Generally communication from the school principal and faculty is deemed good. Strong sense of community noted in numerous comments. Weaknesses or concerns: Some uncertainty about library access and technology. Two parents each noted uncertainty about - whether there is enough support for parents as primary educators, - whether the school deals justly with families and students After school care is disappointing for one parent.

St. Patrick’s Parish, Erin Prairie Survey Results 1.Since Catholic education is intended to continue the teaching mission of Jesus Christ; do you believe it is important that our parish continue to support a parish school? 38 yes; 5 no; 1 don’t know 2.Does our parish school have a reputation for excellence? 30 yes; 2 no; 12 don’t know 3.Do you believe that the parish community is adequately informed of the financial status of the school? 16 yes; 15 no; 13 don’t know 4.Currently, 33% of adult, youth, and loose giving at Immaculate Conception is used to support the operating expenses of the school. St. Patrick's parish currently gifts $1,000 annually for each parishioner student attending St. Mary's. Do you support this continued investment in Catholic education for our parish? 34 yes; 8 no; 2 don’t know 5.Do you believe that there is a definite need for a Catholic school in our community? 36 yes; 7 no; 1 don’t know 6.Do you believe that Catholic school graduates make a valuable contribution to the Catholic Church in terms of their faith life, leadership activities, service, and financial contributions to their parish? 33 yes; 4 no; 7 don’t know

Immaculate Conception Parish Survey Results 1.Since Catholic education is intended to continue the teaching mission of Jesus Christ; do you believe it is important that our parish continue to support a parish school? 163 yes; 18 no; 17 don’t know 2.Does our parish school have a reputation for excellence? 127 yes; 25 no; 45 don’t know 3.Do you believe that the parish community is adequately informed of the financial status of the school? 89 yes; 67 no; 41 don’t know 4.Currently, 33% of adult, youth, and loose giving at Immaculate Conception is used to support the operating expenses of the school. St. Patrick's parish currently gifts $1,000 annually for each parishioner student attending St. Mary's. Do you support this continued investment in Catholic education for our parish? 152 yes; 28 no; 15 don’t know 5.Do you believe that there is a definite need for a Catholic school in our community? 157 yes; 23 no; 16 don’t know 6.Do you believe that Catholic school graduates make a valuable contribution to the Catholic Church in terms of their faith life, leadership activities, service, and financial contributions to their parish? 125 yes; 20 no; 48 don’t know

Parishioner Survey Report Summary Immaculate Conception and St. Patrick's combined Strengths: St. Mary’s faith based education as well as their small class sizes are the greatest strengths of the school according to parishioners. The involvement of parents and the strength and dedication of their staff are also great assets to the school. Many parishioners value the respect and discipline taught at St. Mary’s School. According to the results, the majority of parishioners support St. Mary’s school and believe that St. Mary’s is needed in New Richmond. It’s also noted that parishioners overwhelmingly support the parish in its financial support of the school.

Parishioner Survey Report Summary Immaculate Conception and St. Patrick's combined Weaknesses or Concerns: The main concerns parents have in sending their children to St. Mary’s are for financial and social reasons. Parishioners’ main concern is related to St. Mary’s financial stability and how it affects the parishes’ finances. Parishioners are concerned about the low enrollment in the middle school. The other major concern seen in the surveys involves the lack of the school and parishes cohesiveness. There is some concern in the schools marketing themselves to the parish and community at large.