We are the Institute for School and Parish Development
ISPD is a national development consulting, coaching, and educational firm working exclusively with Catholic institutions.
We empower Catholic schools, parishes and (arch)dioceses by helping them create and establish effective processes that engage people and invite resources in order to make the mission and vision come alive.
ISPD’s mission: Bringing people, process, and ministry together to help build the Kingdom of God.
35+ Years of Service to
Catholic institutions

Key Service Areas
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School & Parishes We Work With
ISPD has worked with hundreds of schools and parishes nationwide.
Recent ISPD Blogs
ISPD Expands with New Regional Offices, Welcomes Two Associates
March 13, 2025
3 min read
The Institute for School and Parish Development (ISPD), a national Catholic development, consulting, coaching, and educational firm headquartered in the Greater New Orleans area, is pleased to announce the opening of two new regional offices in Ohio and North Carolina, further expanding its national reach.
Opportunities Abound With “Back to School Night”
July 15, 2023
7 min read
ISPD Celebrates 34th Anniversary
June 26, 2023
5 min read
Professional Development: Moving Beyond Mediocrity
May 19, 2023
4 min read
Catholic Development Resolutions for the New Year
January 16, 2023
9 min read
Checking the Progress/Success of Your Annual Fun at the End of 2022
December 6, 2022
7 min read
Let’s Make Things Happen
ISPD is ready to help transform the advancement culture of your parish or school.