About the Council
The Council of Education is an organization comprised of members from Seven Dolors and St. Thomas More Parishes. This advisory council aids the two pastors and the MCS principal in setting policy and procedures for the school. The council leads various committees that helps the principal maintain the mission and vision of Manhattan Catholic Schools. Committees add expertise in finance, law, marketing, development, and education. Their insights help develop long-range plans for capital improvements and sustainability of the future of Manhattan Catholic Schools.
The Council of Education typically meets on the 4th Tuesday of every month starting at 6 p.m. in the elementary gym. Check the school calendar for specific dates. Meetings are open to the public to observe.
COE Agenda-Packet for July 2017
COE Agenda-Packet for August 2017
COE Agenda-Packet for September 2017
COE Agenda-Packet for October 2017
COE Agenda-Packet for November 2017
COE Agenda-Packet for January 2018
COE Agenda-Packet for Feb 2018
COE Agenda-Packet for March 2018
COE Agenda-Packet for May 2018
COE Agenda-Packet for July 2018
COE Agenda-Packet for August 2018.
COE Agenda-Packet for Sept 2018
COE Agenda-Packet for Oct 2018
COE Agenda-Packet for Nov 2018.docx
COE Agenda-Packet for Jan 2019.docx
Council Members
Members Term Representation Office:
* Patty Peschel 2023-2026 (2nd Term)
Seven Dolors President
* Brian Dannenberg 2023-2026 (2nd Term)
Seven Dolors Vice President
*Brayson Benne 2025-2027 (1st Term)
Seven Dolors Secretary
* Frank Cummings 2022-2025 (1st Term)
St. Thomas More Long Range Planning & Spirituality
* Joe Hahn 2022-2025 (1st Term)
St. Thomas More Volunteerism & Service
* Natalie Lackey 2024-2027 (1st Term)
St. Thomas More Education & Technology
* Greg Legleiter 2024-2027 (1st Term)
St. Thomas More Maintenance
greg@associatedinsulationinc.com
* Tony Parker / Courtney Kramer 2022-2025 (1st Term)
Seven Dolors Finance
PARISH COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVES (Voting Members)
* Brayson Benne 2024-2025
Seven Dolors Wellness
* Lori Vilkanskas 2024-2025
St. Thomas More Recruitment & Retention
* Courtney Kramer 2025-2026
St. Thomas More
Ex-Officio:
Fr. Leo Blasi - Pastor of Seven Dolors - frleo@sevendolors.com
Mike Hubka Principal - mhubka@manhattancatholicshools.org
Jessica Hampton - Teacher Representative jhampton@manhattancatholicschools.org
COE Meeting Agendas & Minutes
Individuals who want to direct questions or comments to the MCS COE should send those messages to the principal for distribution to the COE.
Previous Meeting Agendas and Minutes
COE Minutes for August 2025.pdf
COE Board Meeting Minutes 6 24 2025.pdf
COE Board Meeting Minutes 5 27 2025.pdf
COE Board Meeting Minutes 4 22 2025.pdf
COE Board Meeting Minutes 3 25 2025.pdf
COE Board Meeting Minutes 2 25 2025.pdf
COE Board Meeting Minutes 1 28 2025.pdf
COE Board Meeting Minutes 10 22 2024.pdf
COE Board Meeting Minutes 9 24 2024.pdf
COE Board Meeting Minutes 8 27 2024.pdf
COE Board Meeting Minutes 7 23 2024.pdf
COE Board Meeting Minutes 6 25 2024.pdf
No meeting or minutes for May 2024
COE Board Meeting Minutes 4 23 2024.pdf
COE Board Meeting Minutes 3 26 2024.pdf
COE Board Meeting Minutes 2 27 2024.pdf
COE Board Meeting Minutes 11 28 2023.pdf
COE Board Meeting Minutes 8 29 2023.pdf
MCS COE Meeting Minutes 6 26 2023.pdf
MCS COE Meeting Minutes 5 23 2023.pdf
COE Board Meeting Minutes 4 25 2023
COE Board Meeting Minutes 3 28 2023
COE Board Meeting Minutes 2.28.2023
COE Board Meeting Minutes 10 25 2022
COE Board Meeting Minutes Sept 27 2022
COE Agenda-Packet for September 2022
COE Agenda-Packet for July 2022
COE Board Meeting Minutes Apr 26 2022