This week I am joined by Mr. Paul Maestranzi, Principal of St. Pius V school in Lynn, MA. Paul discusses the rich history of the school and the history of the city. He shares his background as well as the 8-credit certificate with Boston College’s Lynch School of Education on serving exceptional learners in Catholic Schools. He also discussed how he was able to lead his staff through this process and how they are helping meet the needs of their diverse learners.

This week I am joined by Kristin Melley, Director, Professional Development at the Roche Center for Catholic Education at the Lynch School of Education and Human Development, Boston College. Kristin talks about her background and what led her to Boston College. She details the eight-credit program offered by th4e Lynch School of education at Boston College. For more information about Kristin, please email her at [email protected]

This week I am joined by Ms. Abbie Greer, Director of Student Support at Bishop McNamara HS, in Forestville, Maryland. Abbie talks about the four programs at her school and how they striving to meet the needs of these students. She also discusses how these programs have influenced the Catholic identity of the school.

This week I am joined by Dr. Megan Burton, Director of Special Education for Cathedral Catholic High School in San Diego, California. Megan discusses in detail the three-tiered special education program for the 200 plus diverse learners and how they have added to the identity of the school. For more information about Megan, please email her at [email protected].

This week I am joined by Mr. Sean Jorgensen, President of St. Mary Catholic Central High School in Monroe, Michigan. Sean talks about his role as President at the school and what led him to that position. Sean also discusses the St. Andre Bissett program at this school and how the inclusion of those students has increased the joy in the other students at the school. For more information about Sean, please email him at [email protected].

This week I am joined by Mr. Frank Mackritis, Principal of St. Patrick Interparish School in Gainesville, FL. Frank talks about his role as principal and how he came to that position at the school. He also discussed how the Morningstar program for students with disabilities has transformed his school into an inclusive enviornment.

This week I am joined by Mrs. Elizabeth Dombrowski, Executive Director of CLC network also known as the Christian Learning Center in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Elizabeth talks about how CLC developed and all the different component that make up the program. Additionally, she talks about their mission for helping to service students with special needs. For more information about Elizabeth, please email him at [email protected]

This week I am joined by Mr. John Garrow, principal of Central Catholic High School in Portland, Oregon. John talks about his background and his role at the school including how he is meeting the needs of students with intellectual disabilities at his school using the coffee cart. For more information about John, please email him at [email protected].

This week I am joined by Dr. Michelle Lia, Dr. Michelle Lia, Assistant Director Professional Development, Andrew M. Greeley Center for Catholic Education at Loyola University in Chicago. Michelle talks about her work at the Greely Center and all the programs they offer. She also discusses strategies on how teachers can improve the reading skills of their students in comprehension and the other Big 5.For more information about the Greeley Center or Michelle, please email her at [email protected].

This week I am joined by Mr. Andy Kremer, Associate Superintendent of Catholic Schools for the Diocese of Lafayette in Indiana. Andy talks about his journey from football coach to Associate Superintendent. He also talks about his vision for special education and the programs currently available in his diocese for exceptional learners. For more information on Andy, please email him at [email protected].