Catholic Schools Diocese of Oakland

"The Mission of the Catholic school is the integral formation of students, so that they may be true to their condition as Christ's disciples and as such work effectively for the evangelization of culture and for the common good of society."  --St. John Paul II

I'm thrilled to have been given the opportunity to serve as your superintendent and to return to the Diocese of Oakland, where I was born and raised, formed in the faith and my vocation as a Catholic school educator. It's good to be home!

I'm most excited to work in partnership with Bishop Barber and with each of principals to learn from them, share best practices, and lead with true joy as we further develop our system of schools, working together toward the fulfillment of our united mission of Catholic education. My first priority has been to learn more about the diocese and our current needs. 
 
I feel my greatest responsibility is supporting the leadership in our schools. I am here to support the principals and for the great work that we will share together as we fulfill the promise and the power of Catholic education throughout the Diocese of Oakland. 

All Catholic schools whether elementary or secondary, diocesan, parish or private all share the same mission of preparing our students for heaven and ensuring that they are really smart too — and athletic, artistic, musical and theatrical. We may have different governing authorities but we all seek the fulfillment of the same mission of educating students in the light of Christ.   

Christ's peace and joy surround you,

Kathleen Radecke
Superintendent of Schools
Diocese of Oakland