Lighting the Way to Brighter Futures

Lumen Christi Academies is an agile and innovative network of five culturally diverse, urban Catholic schools located in Oakland, San Pablo, Martinez, Concord, and Pittsburg. Grounded in faith and committed to academic excellence, we empower our students to grow intellectually, spiritually, and morally, preparing them to become compassionate leaders in a complex world. Our vision is clear: to secure the future of Catholic education in the Bay Area by ensuring it remains accessible to all families, regardless of financial circumstances. We operate under a forward-thinking new governance model—independent yet rooted in Catholic tradition. Our Executive Director reports to a dedicated Board of Directors, while our school principals lead with passion and are supported by a small but strategic central office team focused on strengthening academic outcomes and operational efficiency. Our parish priests are essential partners, providing spiritual leadership and fostering a faith-filled environment where students thrive. Together, we are invested in building a brighter future for our students and for education as a whole—one in which every child is welcome, seen, heard, and loved. Where they can develop the skills they need to go out and change the world.