Alliance for Catholic Education
Charleston
Life in the City
Whether you're chasing ghosts, art, or oysters, Charleston's got a little something magical for everyone. Stroll cobblestone streets, cheer on our beloved minor league baseball team, or spend a day on the beach to soak up some Southern hospitality in the heart of the Lowcountry.
ACE Charleston
Annie Griffin
Summerville
4th Grade
Grace Mayo
Blessed Sacrament
MS Social Studies
Alex Pawlica
Nativity
MS Language Arts
Mike Sobol
Bishop England
HS Science
Hometown
South Bend, IN
Undergraduate Institution
University of Notre Dame
Undergraduate Studies
Majors: French & Theology
Minor: Business Economics
What is the one thing that you love most about your ACE school? Why?
I love how accepting and supportive the SCS family is of one another. As a first-year teacher, I truly felt welcomed into the community. The faculty, staff, and parents at SCS are all willing to go our of their way to help one another, no matter the circumstances.
Hometown
Short Hills, NJ
Undergraduate Institution
College of William and Mary
Undergraduate Studies
Majors: History & Government
If you had to pick one word to describe your ACE experience thus far, what would it be? Why?
Enlightening! Each day brings something new, both in and out of the classroom, and I find myself constantly learning from my students, my school, and the greater Charleston community. Whether it is discovering new ways to teach, hearing my students' perspectives, or engaging with the people around me, I grow a little more each day. This experience has opened my eyes to the deep joy, challenges, and beauty of Catholic education.
Hometown
Fredericksburg, VA
Undergraduate Institution
University of Virginia
Undergraduate Studies
Majors: English & Religious Studies
Minor: Spanish
What is one of your favorite memories from your first year in ACE Teaching Fellows?
During the papal conclave, my school set up a TV with a livestream of the Vatican in the main hall, and everyone gathered around when we saw the white smoke. It was so special to be able to celebrate our new pope as a school community.
Hometown
Buffalo, NY
Undergraduate Institution
University of Pittsburgh
Undergraduate Studies
Majors: Neuroscience and Behavior & Politics and Philosophy
Minor: Chemistry
What is one of your favorite memories from your first year in ACE Teaching Fellows?
I led a group of ten students to the South Carolina Science Olympiad state tournament, where we came in seventh place and won the sportsmanship award despite having only 2/3 of a full team. As we began the bus ride home, my Olympians were already preparing for next year's tournament. Conversation flowed from our Bungee Drop victory to pocket protectors, to the beauties of a well-organized spreadsheet, and to stoic philosophy. These students' work ethic--matched with an insatiable search for knowledge--inspires me every day.