BCCHS taps Schuckman as next president
The Catholic Diocese of Wichita has appointed Alan Schuckman to succeed retiring Leticia C. Nielsen as Bishop Carroll Catholic High School president on July 1.
Following a historic 40-year era of foundational leadership, BCCHS says the appointment marks the beginning of a strategic season of renewal focused on activating the school’s potential for a new generation of students.
In selecting Schuckman, who currently serves as BCCHS’ advancement/alumni relations officer, the school says its hiring committee has chosen a proven leader in the BCCHS community and prioritized a “ready-on-day-one” approach to move directly into unlocking its potential and driving the future.
“Renewal doesn’t come from starting over; it comes from having the vision to unlock the excellence that is already here,” said Superintendent of Catholic Schools Janet Eaton. “Alan possesses the unique ability to discern our mission, he has the trust required to lead through change, and the vision to activate the full potential of our school for a new generation. This clarity allows us to maintain our history, while driving progress in the areas that matter most to our students, faculty, families, and alumni.”
Under Schuckman’s leadership, Bishop Carroll expresses plans to execute a strategic roadmap defined by three pillars of renewal:
• A renewed culture that shifts the school’s focus from preserving the past to activating its future by uniting faith formation, academic excellence, and discipleship across the entire community;
• A renewed framework that adjusts the school’s focus from maintaining its history to actively building its future through a clear strategic roadmap rooted in stewardship, fiscal responsibility, academic achievement, and an unwavering Catholic culture; and
• A renewed activation that unlocks the potential of the school’s teachers, students, alumni, and community to dream big, take bold risks, and innovate; failures will be treated as learning opportunities.
“I am truly honored to lead Bishop Carroll into its next chapter. We are building a renewed culture where faith, academics, and discipleship are united every day. We are also putting systems in place that will support our growth and long-term success. Most importantly, we are focused on our people; recognizing and developing the talents already in our halls to move our vision forward,” Schuckman said. “This isn’t just a season of renewal; it’s a time to fully live out our mission. Excellence will be our standard, faith will be our foundation, and I invite you to be part of this journey with us.”