Alliance for Catholic Education
Tulsa
Life in the City
If you find yourself driving along Historic Route 66, be sure to stop by Tulsa, located in northeastern Oklahoma. In addition to the ACErs, Tulsa is home to a vibrant entertainment and music scene, Art Deco architecture, numerous art and cultural museums, the iconic Golden Driller Statue, and scenic parks and trails along the Arkansas River--including the renowned Gathering Place. Tulsa's rich history is rooted in its prominence in the oil industry and its location within the boundaries of three tribal nations: the Cherokee, Muscogee (Creek), and Osage.
ACE Tulsa
Stephen Barber
St. Pius X
5th Grade
Sarah Conley
School of Saint Mary
MS Science
Aidan Couch
St. Catherine
MS Math
Conor Richards
Bishop Kelley
HS Social Studies
Maria Vaquero
St. Catherine
2nd Grade
Hometown
Toronto, ON
Undergraduate Institution
York University
Undergraduate Studies
Majors: Kinesiology and Education
Why did you say "yes" to serving as a Catholic school teacher through ACE Teaching Fellows?
I wanted to pursue a vocation that made full use of the gifts God has given me, as well as proclaim the Good News and teach my students to know, love, and serve God
Hometown
Plainfield, IL
Undergraduate Institution
University of Notre Dame
Undergraduate Studies
Major: Chemical Engineering
Minors: Theology and Biomolecular Engineering
If you had to pick one word to describe your ACE experience thus far, what would it be? Why?
Witness. Being able to witness the presence of Christ in my students, staff, and community members, was the biggest blessing of this past year in ACE, and I am very grateful to have been able to both give and receive Christ's love in this role.
Hometown
South Bend, IN
Undergraduate Institution
University of Notre Dame
Undergraduate Studies
Major: Economics
Why did you say "yes" to serving children in Catholic schools through ACE?
I wanted to work for more than just myself, and I knew I wanted Christ to be at the center of my work.
Hometown
Hinsdale, IL
Undergraduate Institution
Boston College
Undergraduate Studies
Major: Finance and Philosophy
What are you most looking forward to serving as an ACE teacher this year?
I am most looking forward to inspiring curiosity in my students about the central mysteries of life, love, and faith.
Hometown
Richmond Hill, NY
Undergraduate Institution
University of Notre Dame
Undergraduate Studies
Majors: Psychology and Education, Schooling, & Society
Minor: Theology
What are you most looking forward to serving as an ACE teacher this year?
I’m looking forward to being able to pray with my students and grow together to become who God created us to be.