New Faculty & Staff Spotlight: Mr. John Lally

What is your role at Holy Name?
English teacher

Why Holy Name?
I chose this community because places like Holy Name High School do a great job at educating the whole person--mind and spirit.

What is your favorite thing about Holy Name thus far?
The students tend to bring positivity and energy each day.

What is your favorite part about your job? 
I enjoy sharing various pieces of literature with the next generations of students in the hopes they become life-long readers.

Where is the most interesting place you have visited?
Kilmainham Gaol Museum in Dublin Ireland, and Ireland in general.

What is one fun fact about yourself?
I was a firefighter for nearly three years

Who or what inspired you to be in your position?
I enjoy sharing the written word in various formats

Which books/authors or songs/artists have influenced you the most?
Mark Twain, Metallica's "Fade to Black," Erik Larson

What is the most helpful advice you’ve received?
Learn to forgive and be patient with yourself--as hard at that can be sometimes.

What is one piece of advice you would like to give the students at Holy Name?
Tomorrow is promised to no one; live each day with energy and joy in order to make it the best it can be.