Alliance for Catholic Education
Los Angeles
Life in the City
The ACErs are close to Dodgers’ Stadium, the Rose Bowl, Hollywood, Pasadena, and San Diego. National Parks like Sequoia and Yosemite are also only a few hours away for the outdoor enthusiasts. And, who doesn't love 75-degree days in January? Whether you like mountains, beaches, clubs, theatres, you name it, it’s near Los Angeles.
The teachers there are responding daily to the diverse needs of the students and families they serve. On any given Sunday, Mass is said in 38 different languages. The city provides ACE teachers with ample opportunities to reach out to a diverse student population, many of whom are practicing Catholics.
ACE Los Angeles
Julia French
Our Lady of the Rosary
MS Language Arts
Nicolas Howayeck
St. Paul
HS Language Arts
Bridget Liesman
St. Paul
HS Math
Jack Maier
Cantwell-Sacred Heart of Mary
HS Science
Kathleen Miller
St. Turibius
MS Science
Connor Reilly
St. Albert the Great
5th Grade
Ana Rojas
Holy Trinity
4th Grade
Hometown
Raleigh, NC
Undergraduate Institution
University of Notre Dame
Undergraduate Studies
Major: Philosophy
Supplemental Major: Education, Schooling, and Society
Why did you say "yes" to serving children in Catholic schools through ACE?
I was drawn to the ACE model and community-based service. Saying “yes” to teaching children is a weighty endeavor, and the support from the pastoral, professors and your community is unparalleled.
Hometown
Fall River, MA
Undergraduate Institution
University of Massachusetts - Amherst
Undergraduate Studies
Majors: Philosophy and English
Certificate: Civic Engagement and Public Service
Why did you say "yes" to serving children in Catholic schools through ACE?
I am here to give what was given to me as a Catholic high school student: an education centered on care, curiosity, and community.
Hometown
Okemos, MI
Undergraduate Institution
University of Michigan
Undergraduate Studies
Majors: Mathematics and Spanish
If you had to pick just one word to describe your ACE experience so far, what would it be (and why)?
Strengthening - Over the past year through the hard work of teaching my relationship with God, my community members, and my students has strengthened and helped me to become a better version of myself.
Hometown
Pittsburgh, PA
Undergraduate Institution
University of Notre Dame
Undergraduate Studies
Majors: Physics and Theology
Why did you say "Yes" to ACE?
I have loved and benefitted a ton from Catholic schools and this is a very concrete way that I can give back. I have also always thought about going into teaching.
Hometown
Catonsville, MD
Undergraduate Institution
College of the Holy Cross
Undergraduate Studies
Major: Biology
Minor: Education
Why did you say "yes" to serving children in Catholic schools through ACE?
I love the mission of Catholic education and want to be a part of it. ACE gives me the opportunity to further my studies, deepen my faith, and hone my practice, all while being part of a great community!
Hometown
Cleveland, OH
Undergraduate Institution
University of Notre Dame
Undergraduate Studies
Majors: English and Classics
Minor: Art History
Why did you say "yes" to serving children in Catholic schools through ACE?
I loved my past experiences working with children and wanted to continue this while giving back to Catholic schools.
Hometown
Plano, TX
Undergraduate Institution
St. Mary's University
Undergraduate Studies
Majors: Interdisciplinary English and Language Arts
If you had to pick just one word to describe your ACE experience so far, what would it be (and why)?
Humility. As a humble teacher, one must put the needs of their students before themselves. As a Catholic school teacher, I have the responsibility to be a role model of faith to my students and carry out the mission of educating the whole person.