Focus On: Faculty

Contributed by Mr. Zambrano, Dean of Academic Affairs
 
About Mr. Glennon
 
At Mary Help Since
2015 and 2018

Years in Education
32

Education
BA, Spanish, with minors in Italian and English
Fairleigh Dickinson Uniersity
 
MA, Spanish Education
Fairleigh Dickinson University

Additional Coursework in Bilingual Counseling
Seton Hall University

Certifications
Teacher of Spanish
Teacher of Italian
Teacher of English
School Counseling

Experience Summary
I have taught Middle and High School Spanish, Italian and English for over 32 years in the public school system. After retiring from public school, I taught in a Catholic High School for 6 years.

Personal Message
I am very grateful to have the opportunity to teach at Mary Help. The students, the parents and the faculty have been extremely supportive, and have made working here a very enjoyable experience.
 
 
 
About Ms. Gawlik
 
At Mary Help Since
2018
 
Years in Education
4
 
Education
BA, Theology
Seton Hall University, 2018
 
Experience Summary
Prior to arriving at Mary Help, I worked in several parishes where I would primarily serve teens through the Religious Education, Confirmation, and Youth Ministry Programs. These experiences have led me to see the importance of making our Catholic faith relevant and positive, both inside and outside the classroom.
 
Personal Message
The first time I began to truly make the Catholic faith the guiding force in my life was when I was a sophomore in high school. I know that this would not have been possible if it weren’t for faith-filled adults that walked with me every step of the way, showing me the beauty of living a Christ-centered life. Because of this, journeying with teens where they’re at and doing my best to witness a life of discipleship is of great importance to me, and I hope to allow Christ to use me as He used others in my own life.
 
 
 
About Sr. Jennifer Kane, FMA
 
At Mary Help Since
2018

Years in Education
6

Education
BS, Electrical Engineering
Clarkson University, 1993

MSEd, Education
SUNY Oswego, 2005

Certifications
Certificate in Theological Studies, Assumption College for Sisters

Experience Summary
I have taught Theology, Pre-Algebra, and Algebra in Florida and Louisiana. I am happy to be teaching now in a state with four seasons. Many times, the most valuable lessons we learn in life happen outside of the classroom, so I like to encounter my students in their extra-curricular activities.

Personal Message
St. John Bosco always said, "Young people will do the right thing if they know the right thing." I am blessed to accompany your children on the path to holiness: doing the right thing, at the right time, in the right place, for the love of God.