St. John Paul II Catholic High School is excited to announce the hiring of Michael C. Burke as the school’s new President. Burke joins JPII with 40 years of experience in Catholic school education as a headmaster, president, educator, consultant, and coach in many different school districts around the United States.

Before joining JPII, Burke was the President of San Joaquin Memorial High School in Fresno, California. Some of his prior places of employment were Melbourne Central Catholic High School in Melbourne, Florida; Subiaco Academy in Subiaco, Arkansas; St. Joseph Catholic School System in Bryan, Texas; and Michael helped found two Catholic high schools in Alabama, St. Bernard Preparatory School in Cullman and Holy Spirit Catholic High School in Tuscaloosa, where he served as the schools’ first administrator. His previous experience demonstrates his passion for helping Catholic schools and the Catholic community. He has numerous years of experience in education, leadership, boosting student enrollments, and successful capital campaigns while working in various Catholic school systems.

Burke holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration from Southern Benedictine College and a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership from the University of Dayton. He was chosen as one of only two high school presidents in the country to be awarded the Lead. Learn. Proclaim. Award from the National Catholic Education Association (NCEA) in 2016. He was acknowledged for his excellent leadership efforts, contributions, and achievements. With his proven and distinguished track record, Burke will be a tremendous asset to St. John Paul II Catholic High School and is excited about his new role.