FACULTY AND ADMINISTRATION

The Academy’s integration of theological truths and philosophical values with the rest of life is achieved, not only through the school’s unique curriculum, but by the presence of faculty who express a unified approach to learning and living in their private and professional lives. The ratio of students to faculty is approximately 6:1.

Mariamante was canonically approved as a “Catholic high school” by the Diocese of Springfield, Massachusetts in March, 1998. The Academy is a private, independent school administered by its Head of School and Board of Trustees. Under Canon Law a Diocese is free to exercise oversight of a private Catholic school’s religious instruction in order to ensure the integrity of the Catholic education provided by the Academy. The school moved to Virginia in 2004 and is working with the Diocese of Arlington to receive canonical approval.

The Academy is in compliance with all state, local and diocesan educational requirements. The school is a member of NAPCIS, the National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools.

Jillian Furlo, teaches French. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in French from Kansas State University.

Isaac Kassock teaches teaches Religion 9 and Athletics. He is currently a full-time student at the University of Mary Washington.

Steven Johnson teaches history, chemistry and biology. A graduate of the College of William and Mary, he is also a published science-fiction author.

Jesse Russell teaches English, Logic, and History. He holds a bachelors degree from Franciscan University and a masters degree in Philosophy from Catholic University. He is a currently a candidate for masters in English.

Kelly Shircliff teaches religion and 7/8th grade English. She holds a bachelors degree from Franciscan University in theology and philosophy and a masters degree from John Paul II Institute.

Edward Szymkowiak teaches mathematics, physical science, and a SAT Prep Course in Math. Ed received a bachelors degree from Cornell University in government. He holds a masters degree in secondary mathematics education from the State University of New York. He taught for many years in New York state, and returned to teaching upon discovering Mariamante Academy. Ed has worked for Mariamante for three years.