National Coaches Day with Coach Russell

Riley GriffithAthletics, Faculty Spotlight, Spotlight

Meet Coach Russell.St. Luke’s: What do you coach?Coach Seamus Russell: XC and Track & Field SL:&nbsp&nbsp Why do you coach?SR:&nbsp&nbsp I ran Cross Country and Track in high school and collegiately at Spring Hill College. I loved competing in both sports and coaching was the next step for me. SL:&nbsp&nbsp How did you come to be a coach?SR:&nbsp&nbsp Coach Donald … Read More

National Coaches Day with Coach Donald

Riley GriffithAthletics, Faculty Spotlight, Spotlight

Coach Meredith Donald

Meet Coach Donald.St. Luke’s: What do you coach?Coach Meredith Donald: Volleyball SL:&nbsp&nbsp Why do you coach?MD:&nbsp&nbsp I coach because I love helping kids become better not just in volleyball but in life. I love the sport and I love teaching lessons through the sport. My coaches were my biggest role models and I wanted to be that to other kids. … Read More

World Teachers Day

Hannah UptigroveFaculty Spotlight, News & Events, Spotlight

More Than a Teacher.World Teachers’ Day honors those that have made a positive impact in student lives. We asked two students from each grade to name ONLY ONE teacher that has made a difference. It’s a great day to recognize how wonderful our teachers are and the positive impact they are making as they prepare our students for college and … Read More

St. Luke’s Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

Hannah UptigroveFaculty Spotlight, News & Events, Spotlight, University

Hispanic Heritage Month

Faculty Spotlight: Maestra Vandria Guerrieri.Beginning on September 15, and continuing through to October 15, we recognize National Hispanic Heritage Month by honoring the heritage and contributions made by members of the Hispanic community. It is a great time to learn more about Hispanic cultures such as politics, business, the arts, sports, fashion, and cuisine, etc. Embracing the history and traditions … Read More

National Piano Month with Mr. Driskell

Hannah UptigroveArts, Faculty Spotlight, Music, Spotlight

More Than a Music Teacher.Get to know Mr. Daniel Driskell, one of St. Luke’s newest faculty members as we celebrate National Piano Month!St. Luke’s: How old were you when you started playing the piano? Daniel Driskell: I began at age 7. SL:&nbsp&nbsp What made you want to start taking piano lessons? DD:&nbsp&nbsp My dad forced me to play. He wanted … Read More

National IT Professionals Day: Mr. Cassidey

Connie JacksonFaculty Spotlight, News & Events, Spotlight

Meet Mr. Cassidey, Technology Director.Today is the day that we “thank you” to our IT Director, Duncan, for making our lives easier. Annually on the third Tuesday in September, National IT Professionals Day honors those of the world that we rely on to keep us connected! Duncan tackles all of the desktop, laptop, mobile devices, applications, servers, databases, cybersecurity, SMART … Read More

Arts in Education Week: Ms. Ottolino

Connie JacksonArts, Faculty Spotlight, Spotlight, Theatre

Theatre teacher Andrea Ottolino welcomes the audience from stage.

More Than a Drama Teacher.Ms. Andrea Ottolino is St. Luke’s beloved theatre teacher. After arriving at St. Luke’s just a few years ago, Ms. Ottolino has grown the theatre program into a thriving and essential part of St. Luke’s culture. Students regularly compete in the state’s Trumbauer Theatre Festival and sell out shows here on campus.Learn more about Ms. Ottolino … Read More

Arts in Education Week: Mr. Setzer

Connie JacksonArts, Chorus, Faculty Spotlight, Music, Spotlight

More Than a Music Teacher.Mr. Joe Setzer is St. Luke’s newest music teacher and choral director. Learn more about Mr. Setzer as we celebrate National Arts in Education Week. St. Luke’s: Describe yourself.Joe Setzer: Kind, easy going, level headed, disciplined, honest. SL:&nbsp&nbsp Discuss your prior history with fine and performing arts? JS:&nbsp&nbsp A large portion of my experience in the … Read More

Arts in Education Week: Mr. Driskell

Connie JacksonArts, Band, Faculty Spotlight, Music, Spotlight

Mr. Driskell playing guitar and walking with St. Luke's students

More Than a Music Teacher.Mr. Daniel Driskell is St. Luke’s newest music teacher and band director. All of our Wildcats will get to know Mr. Driskell, because he is teaching music on both campuses this year. Learn more about Mr. Driskell as we celebrate National Arts in Education Week. St. Luke’s: Describe yourself.Daniel Driskell: I am from Mobile, Alabama where … Read More

Arts in Education Week: Mrs. Cummings

Connie JacksonArts, Faculty Spotlight, Fine Arts, Spotlight

Art teacher and student

More Than an Art Teacher.Meet St. Luke’s newest visual arts teacher, Mrs. Debbie Cummings as she talks to us during National Arts in Education Week.Mrs. Cummings recently moved to Mobile from Asheville, NC. Welcome Mrs. Cummings, we’re so excited to have you at St. Luke’s!St. Luke’s: Describe yourself.Debbie Cummings: Busy, Creative, Calm SL:&nbsp&nbsp Discuss your prior history with fine and … Read More