Molly Krist Named HN's Next Principal;
Starts July 5

Beginning July 5, 2023, Mrs. Molly Krist will be Holy Name’s next principal. She takes over for Mrs. Karen Carter, who announced in February 2023 that she would step down as principal at the end of the 2022-2023 school year. 

Mrs. Krist comes to us from Hathaway Brown in Shaker Heights. Below is more about her and her experience as both a leader and educator. All of us at Holy Name are excited to welcome her into our community! We look forward to working with Mrs. Krist as we continue Holy Name's rich tradition of educating young men and women in the Triple Threat of Mind, Body, and Spirit.

Additionally, we thank Mrs. Carter for everything she has done to date at Holy Name. Her 30+ years of service to countless Namers have been a blessing to us all. 

Below is the full release from the Diocese of Cleveland's Office for Catholic Education.

The Diocese of Cleveland’s Office for Catholic Education is pleased to announce the appointment of Molly Krist as the next Principal of Holy Name High School. An accomplished educator with over 20 years of experience within both Catholic and private schools, Molly brings to Holy Name strong skills in instructional leadership, student formation, innovation, and relationship building.

A product of the Diocese of Cleveland’s Gilmour Academy, Molly holds a master's degree in educational administration from Baldwin Wallace University, a bachelor's degree in political science from Purdue University with a minor in organizational leadership, and her administrator’s licensure from Ursuline College. Molly expressed her excitement about the opportunity to serve as the Principal of Holy Name stating, “I aspire to support a strong Catholic school culture and educational program that is focused on student learning and development. I want to promote staff professional development and growth, as well as teamwork and cooperation. Finally, I look forward to working with staff, parents, and family members to ensure students remain disciplined and focused and receive appropriate attention to excel in mind, body, and spirit.”

Associate Superintendent for Secondary Schools, Michael Zelenka, shares in the excitement surrounding Mrs. Krist's appointment, “The Diocese of Cleveland’s Office for Catholic Education believes that Mrs. Krist possesses the skills and passion to lead Holy Name in its academic, extracurricular, and faith-based programming. Her most recent educational experience at Hathaway Brown afforded her many opportunities to lead teachers, write and implement curricula for new programs and classes, and mentor students throughout their high school careers. Her energy and enthusiasm for education and our Catholic faith are infectious and we look forward to her tenure as Holy Name’s next principal.”

Holy Name’s President, Shelbrey Blanc, indicated her eagerness to collaborate with Mrs. Krist and welcome her into the Holy Name family, stating, “I look forward to working closely with Molly as we continue the important work of educating our students in the Triple Threat of Mind, Body, and Spirit. Her passion for Catholic education is contagious, and I am pleased to have her as our new instructional leader who will partner with me to advance our mission.” Holy Name High School, founded in 1914, stands as the longest serving co educational secondary school in the Diocese of Cleveland. Located in Parma Heights, Ohio, the school ministers to over 560 students and families from across Northeast Ohio.