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Junior theology teacher Ms. Katie Schuerger is in her fourth year as a member of the HN faculty. She earned degrees in catechetics and theology with a concentration in youth ministry from Franciscan University of Steubenville.

Mrs. Denise Humphrey began her journey towards becoming an English teacher at HN by earning her bachelor’s degree in English and education at John Carroll University. She then taught junior high for half a year at St. Vincent De Paul and high school for one year at North Olmsted.

A graduate of the University of Mount Union, where he majored in history and education, Mr. Joey Keleman has taught at HN for three years. His courses include nutrition, first aid, and weightlifting. He also serves as HN’s assistant director of admissions and varsity football and baseball coach.

After earning her B.A. in integrated language arts education at Ohio University, Mrs. Jackie (Sofranko) Rizk ’03 returned to teach at her alma mater.

HN students recently volunteered at Stearns Farm, the Cleveland APL, the Cleveland Food Bank, including a food distribution event at the Muni Lot, the Strongsville Horticultural Garden, and the Cleveland Metroparks.

A 1985 graduate of HN and 30-year veteran teacher, Mr. Ed McDonnell earned his Bachelor of Science in Education at Bowling Green State University. He taught for two years at Regina High School before coming to HN, where he currently teaches Chemistry and Honors Chemistry. Mr. McDonnell is also the moderator of Fishing Club, Medical Careers Club, and Film Club.

In his 23rd year of teaching, Mr. Michael Palcisko has, for the past four years, taught freshman theology at HN. Prior to joining the HN faculty, Mr. Palcisko taught for 10 years at Cleveland Central Catholic.

HN math teacher Mr. Anthony Lanza earned his BS in mathematics from Grove City College and his M.Ed from Grand Canyon University. He is currently in his fourth year at HN, where he teaches Algebra 2, Honors Algebra 2 with Trigonometry, and AP Calculus BC.

In her 13th year of teaching at HN, Art Department Chair Mrs. Beth Ryan earned her BA at Ursuline College and her MA at Case Western Reserve University. Her current courses include Design 1, Design 2, Drawing & Painting, CCP Art Foundations, Ceramics, and Portfolio.

Recently, Mr. PJ Farrell’s Gaming Concepts class and Mrs. Julie Brannigan’s Digital Art and Design III class teamed up to create their own tangible and fully functional board games. 

A graduate of Baldwin Wallace, Mr. Joe Eiben has taught US History at Holy Name for the past five years. More recently, he added Intro to Philosophy to his course load. He also moderates Cooking Club, directs the Sunshine Committee, and participates in the Accreditation Committee.

Congratulations to senior Sean Joyce who has received the prestigious Gund Scholarship—worth $22,000 per year—to study at the Cleveland Institute of Art.

It is with great excitement we invite the community to "Nine Luminous Voices," a show featuring nine Holy Name senior artists! The show is open this Saturday, April 23 from 1 to 6 PM at 78th Street Studios (1300 West 78th Street, Cleveland, Ohio 44102), Gallery 202.

Congratulations to senior Jordon Lebron who will be attending Ohio University. Jordon earned a merit scholarship and direct admission to OU’s College of Business.

Holy Name's e-sports lab was recently featured in a video segment highlighting the top 10 labs in the country!

Congratulations to senior Grace Scoville who has committed to run cross country and track at St. Vincent College, where she will study pre-veterinary science.

In his first year of teaching at HN, Mr. Robert Lubowicki earned his Bachelor of Science in Education from Bowling Green State University.

New to the HN family this year, Mr. James Litteral teaches Marching Band, Jazz Band, Choir, History of Rock ‘n’ Roll, Music Theory, and Symphonic Band. He also leads the Marching and Pep Bands.

Congratulations to senior Jess Nary who will be playing D2 collegiate volleyball and studying in the Exercise Science program at Ursuline College.