Principal Search 2025
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Loyola College Prep, a Catholic, co-ed college preparatory high school has opened a search for its next Principal who will assume leadership in July 2025. The school seeks a faith-filled strategic leader who will champion the incredible staff and students to pursue academic excellence. The Principal will also ensure the fulfillment of the school to create men and women of conscience, character and compassion, continuing the Jesuit Catholic tradition of discipline, academic excellence, student involvement, and faith in action for "The Greater Glory of God."
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May 13, 2025
Dear Loyola College Prep Community,
Our search for Loyola College Prep’s next Principal has reached a significant milestone and is worthy of another update. Recently, the Principal Search Committee held interviews with a slate of semi-finalist candidates. After committee discussion, review of desired attributes and qualifications, and prayerful discernment, the Search Committee is inviting two finalists to visit campus today, May 13 and tomorrow, Wednesday, May 14. The finalist visits will afford additional school stakeholders the opportunity to meet the candidates and a chance for both Loyola College Prep and the candidates to determine a mutual fit.
The finalists will spend time on campus, individually meeting with certain students, faculty/staff, parents, alumni and friends, and members of the Board. As a best practice ensuring confidentiality in this last and most critical stage of the process, we will not release the candidates’ names in advance. Those meeting with each finalist will receive a paper copy of the candidate’s curriculum vitae. To aid the Search Committee in recommending the appointment of the next Principal, we will seek survey feedback from those meeting with the finalists.
It was evident to all members of the Search committee that our finalists have a passion and understanding of Loyola College Prep’s mission and vision. As we prepare to host the finalists on campus, your continued prayers and support remain greatly appreciated.
Best Regards,
Sr. Carol Shively, Superintendent of Catholic Schools, Co-chair of the Search Committee
Leland G. Horton, Chair, Board of Directors; Co-chair of the Search Committee
April 14, 2025
Dear Loyola College Prep Community,
We wish to provide you with a brief update on the Principal search prospectus.
Last month, we released the Prospectus to guide us in seeking in mission-fit candidates for the Principal position.
Next week, the Search Committee plans to select a slate of candidates to interview. Following the interviews, the committee will discern which two or three finalists will participate in day-long visits to campus to meet with various stakeholder groups. We are targeting early May for this last stage of the search process.
On behalf of the Search Committee and the Board of Directors, I want to thank you for your continued trust and support in our search. We are confident that together we will find the ideal strategic leader to guide Loyola strongly into its next chapter.
Regards,
Sister Carol Shively, Superintendent for Catholic Schools
Leland Horton, Board President
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Monday March 31, 2025
Dear Loyola College Prep Community,
Earlier this month, our search consultant from Partners in Mission visited Loyola for a two-day enrichment visit. That experience coupled with the feedback from the enrichment survey and various documents has aided in the preparation of our Prospectus for the search for Loyola's next Principal.
You will find the Prospectus is crafted with care and attention to the specialness of Loyola, what the Search Committee is seeking in candidates for the Principal position, and candor about the strategic opportunities that lie ahead for Loyola College Prep.
The Search Committee is committed to finding a leader that will ensure Loyola continues to lead as a lighthouse Catholic college prep school in our area. We hope this Prospectus will attract the most qualified candidates for our search. We request your prayers and invite your help in disseminating the Prospectus.
On behalf of the Search Committee and the Board of Directors, I want to thank you for your trust and support in our search. I am confident that together we will find the ideal strategic leader to guide Loyola strongly into its next chapter.
Regards,
Sister Carol Shively, Superintendent for Catholic Schools
Leland Horton, Board President
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Saturday, March 8, 2025
Dear Loyola College Prep Community,
As Co-Chairs of the Principal Search Committee, we are pleased to provide an update on our progress. To identify the best candidates, we have decided to work with Partners in Mission, a nationally renowned firm specializing in Catholic school leadership, with Kyle Pietrantonio leading as our search consultant. Working with Partners in Mission will be a confidential Search Committee composed of various Loyola College Prep and diocesan stakeholders. Confidentiality throughout this process is standard practice when conducting a leadership search.
On March 18th and 19th, Kyle will visit our campus to meet with various stakeholders to gain insights into Loyola College Prep and the qualities we seek in future leadership. As part of the enrichment process, please complete this brief seven-question survey by 11pm on Sunday, March 16. (We thank you for your participation in our earlier survey and will consider that input in conjunction with this instrument.) Partners in Mission will then create a detailed search prospectus outlining this exciting opportunity. Once finalized—typically two weeks following the enrichment visit—we will share a copy with you.
The next phase of the search will involve Partners in Mission leveraging their national network to find mission-aligned candidates who are the best personal, professional, and cultural fit. By mid-April, the firm will present a vetted list of top candidates to the Search Committee for semi-finalist interviews. Advancing finalists, along with their spouses (if applicable), will then be invited for day-long visits to the school. The committee will then review feedback from the visits and submit a final hiring recommendation to the Board.
We anticipate that we will secure Loyola College Prep’s next Principal by the end of April, with a start date in early July. Keep in mind that the retained search function is a dynamic, fluid, and competitive process. Should top candidates emerge ahead of our anticipated schedule, we maintain the ability to adjust these timelines and remain best-positioned to secure the most ideal candidates currently available.
In the coming weeks, please watch for additional communications detailing the progress of our search efforts. In the interim, if you have questions or comments, please do not hesitate to contact me. We remain grateful to all of you for your insights as the search moves forward, and we are confident that this process will identify the most ideal candidate able to continue and enhance the outstanding traditions we have come to expect at Loyola College Prep.
On behalf of the Search Committee, thank you for your trust and support. Please keep this process in your daily prayers.
Regards,
Sister Carol Shively, Superintendent for Catholic Schools
Leland Horton, Board President
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Friday, February 28, 2025
Dear Loyola Community,
We are pleased to share an important update regarding the search for our next principal.
After careful review and consideration of four highly recommended and respected firms specializing in Catholic educational leadership recruitment, we are engaging Partners in Mission School Leadership Search Solutions to assist in this important process. Partners in Mission was selected based on extensive experience in Catholic education, strong connections within the field, and familiarity with our community. They have a proven track record of helping Catholic schools identify leaders who align with our specific mission and values, and we are confident that their expertise will greatly support us in finding the best possible candidate to lead Loyola College Prep into the future.
As part of their process, representatives from Partners in Mission will conduct a site visit and meet with a representative variety of our community members. Their input will help guide the search to ensure we find a leader who reflects the needs and aspirations of
our school.We appreciate your continued patience and support as we move forward. Updates will be provided to keep everyone informed about the progress of the search.
Thank you for your commitment to Loyola College Prep and for your partnership in this important endeavor. We look forward to working together to ensure a bright future for our school.
Sincerely,
Sister Carol Shively, Superintendent for Catholic Schools
Leland Horton, Board President
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Wednesday, February 12, 2025
Dear Loyola Community,
As many of you may know, Mr. LeBlanc has announced his decision to step down as principal at the end of this school year. We are fortunate that he will continue to handle his duties until the end of the academic year, and we are deeply grateful for his many years of dedicated service, leadership, and commitment to our school. We recognize the profound impact he has had on our students, faculty, and families. His contributions have shaped our school and his legacy will be felt for years to come.
As we prepare for this transition, the Loyola Board and the Diocese are working together in a thoughtful and intentional search for our next principal. Our goal is to find a principal who will uphold Loyola’s values and rich traditions while leading us forward with a clear vision for a bright and promising future.
We want to assure you that this process will be approached with great care and openness - and it will not be rushed. There is no predetermined candidate, and we are committed to a thorough and discerning search that prioritizes the best interests of our students, faculty and school community.
We appreciate your patience and support as we move through this important process. We will provide regular updates and welcome your prayers and encouragement along the way. Moving forward, all communications regarding the search will come from the Loyola Board.
Thank you for your continued dedication to Loyola College Prep. This is an opportunity for our community to come together, strengthen our shared mission, and build an even stronger future for our students.
With gratitude,
Leland Horton, Board President -
Tuesday, February 4, 2025
Dear Parents and Students,
I am writing to let you know I am formally resigning as Principal of Loyola College Prep, effective June 30, 2025.
My time at Loyola has been incredibly rewarding. I have been honored to work alongside a dedicated faculty, passionate staff, and the wonderful students who make this school a special place. The experiences and relationships I've built will always hold a special place in my heart.
I look forward to assisting in a smooth transition over the next few months and ensuring that the school continues to function seamlessly.
Thank you once again for the opportunity to serve as Principal. I wish the entire school community continued success in all future endeavors.
Respectfully,
John H. LeBlanc
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