At the Helm of St. Joe's
Meet Our President And Principal
At St. Joe's, we're fortunate to have a leadership team grounded in shared values and a genuine commitment to our mission.
Dr. Christopher Fulco, Ed.D., our president, brings years of experience building schools rooted in academic excellence and faith. Mr. James Spillman '95, our principal, is a proud St. Joe's graduate who returned to lead the school that helped shape him.
From their very first meeting, it was clear that Chris and Jim shared a deep respect for each other and a clear vision for the future of St. Joe's. That connection has only grown stronger over time.
Over the past seven years, Jim and I have built a strong, collaborative partnership rooted in trust and shared purpose. We're united by a deep commitment to the Lasallian mission and to doing what's best for the young men entrusted to our care.Dr. Fulco, President
Dr. Christopher Fulco
Dr. Chris Fulco brings over two decades of educational leadership experience to his role as President of St. Joseph's Collegiate Institute, including 16 years of chief executive experience in independent schools. Before joining St. Joe's, Chris served as Head of School at Woodlynde School in Pennsylvania, a nationally recognized college-preparatory school for students with learning differences. During his tenure, he led significant institutional growth by increasing enrollment, introducing innovative curricular and student life programs, overseeing multiple facility enhancements and launching the largest and most successful capital campaign in the school's history.
Jim Spillman '95
Born and raised in Buffalo, N.Y., Jim Spillman is a proud member of the St. Joseph's Collegiate Institute Class of 1995. Following his graduation from St. Joe's, Jim headed off to Boston College, where he studied political science and communications, graduating summa cum laude in 1999. After a full year of volunteer work in Brooklyn, N.Y., he headed back to Boston College to earn a Master of Arts in Pastoral Ministry, with a concentration in social justice.
In 2002, he joined the faculty at Xaverian Brothers High School in Westwood, MA, as a campus minister and theology teacher. After five years of teaching and ministry, Jim moved into the Dean of Students position, serving in this administrative role for three years. While serving in this role, Jim continued his graduate studies at Boston College, earning a Master of Education in Educational Administration, with a concentration on Catholic School Leadership.
Making the Team: Fulco & Spillman Tryouts
Dr. Fulco and Mr. Spillman stepped out of their offices and into action, trying their hand at a few St. Joe's sports. The results? Plenty of laughs, a little friendly competition and a show of support for our student-athletes.
They did it all in support of our Maroon & White Challenge, which supports Marauder athletics.
Taking On The Arts!
Dr. Fulco and Mr. Spillman ’95 didn’t "Make The Team" last year, so they've taken their talents to the Arts! Could their art be featured in our annual art show? Are they destined to take the stage in our ensembles and productions?
They did it all in support of our Center Stage Challenge, which supports our Fine Arts program.
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