Maryknoll School president Perry Martin has announced a new structure of school administration leaders that gives the grade school two vice-principals and the high school three vice-principals. Both levels also have principals. Here are the new VPs and the descriptions of their jobs.
Maryknoll Grade School
- Chris Loomis, Vice Principal of Academics and Faculty: This position will provide curriculum and instructional leadership, as well as oversight of the professional development of faculty and staff. This vice principal is responsible for curriculum, standardized testing and monitoring and support of students and faculty regarding grading and report cards.
- Kristopher Kern, Vice Principal of Student Life and School Culture: This position monitors all student activities and is responsible for the scheduling of events and excursions. He manages the school culture, safety and discipline for students, as well as all student clubs and academic teams.
Maryknoll High School
- Glenn Medeiros, Vice Principal of Academics and Faculty: The primary role of this vice principal is to provide educational leadership and support for the faculty in the areas of curriculum, classroom instruction and professional development. This is accomplished through close working relationships with the academic deans and faculty.
- Camille Michel, Vice Principal of Counseling and Guidance: This position establishes and maintains a comprehensive school counseling program, addressing academic achievement, college/career planning and personal social development for students. This is accomplished through close working relationships with school counselors, the director of college guidance and registrars.
- Toni Nishida-Chock, Vice Principal of Student Life and School Culture: This position helps create a positive school culture and supportive community where diversity is encouraged and students learn to respect differences, take responsibility for their actions and exercise leadership. This is accomplished through close working relationships with parents, students and staff.
Said Martin: “These leaders have proven themselves as high-achieving professionals, worthy of leading others and creating an outstanding culture of learning and discipline for all students and staff.”
“Their role will actively support the mission and Catholic identity of the school by maintaining a positive and productive Christian climate for the school community,” he said.