Head of School

The next Head of School will serve as the primary guardian and champion of the Academy’s classical Catholic identity, while leading the institution into a promising new chapter at its beautiful Holy Name Heights campus. Lead a dynamic, mission-driven school community in forming students in virtue, faith, and classical learning. Deepen and strengthen the Academy’s identity as the only accredited classical Catholic junior high and high school in the Diocese of Madison. Steward the Academy’s exciting new chapter at Holy Name Heights — a beautiful, purpose-built campus with expanded capacity for academic, spiritual, and extracurricular programs. Build on strong academic outcomes by continuing to attract, develop, and retain outstanding faculty. Grow enrollment and financial sustainability through mission-aligned strategic planning, including expanding the school’s reach to new families across the Madison region. Cultivate deep relationships with the Diocese of Madison, supporting parishes, benefactors, and partner schools to strengthen the Academy’s community and resource base. Champion the Academy’s commitment to accessible Catholic education by growing its tuition assistance program and mission-partner giving. Serve as the public face and storyteller of St. Ambrose Academy — inspiring families, alumni, and donors with the transformative power of a classical Catholic education.