Leadership Announcement - Director of Learning (Elementary)
Christ The Redeemer (CTR) Catholic Schools is pleased to announce Jacealyn Hempel as Director of Learning - Elementary.
Congratulations to Mrs. Jacealyn Hempel, who has accepted the position of Director of Learning for Elementary. Mrs. Hempel has a master’s degree in leadership and nearly a decade of administrative experience, including roles as Vice Principal and Principal at École Good Shepherd School. She is passionate about elevating learning communities through her innovative leadership and visionary approach.
Mrs. Hempel's educational career is distinguished not only by her roles in administration but also by her teaching experiences across various grades at Our Lady of the Snows, Sacred Heart Academy, and École Good Shepherd School. Her dedication to enhancing learning experiences extends through being a part of the workshop team helping to lead readers’ and writers’ workshops, as well as significantly contributing to curriculum support documents for new curriculum implementation.
Known for her innovative leadership, Mrs. Hempel has consistently demonstrated outside-the-box thinking to elevate impact, enhance learning, and unlock potential. Her elbow-to-elbow team teaching and modeling approach has been instrumental in fostering an environment where teachers and students are empowered to excel beyond traditional boundaries.
Reflecting on her new role, Mrs. Hempel shares, "For me, pursuing the Director of Learning position is about scaling the impact I've achieved as a principal. I've dedicated my career to exceeding educational goals through visionary leadership and innovative strategies. This journey has been rich with learning from so many great mentors, and I've been inspired by the dedication of our teachers and the boundless potential of our students. Together, we've created an environment where passion and purpose in learning thrive. I see this role as an opportunity to amplify that impact across a broader spectrum and to continue to instill a culture of continuous improvement and collaborative success within our division. The collaborative spirit and collective wisdom of my colleagues have been instrumental in my growth, and I am eager to support and continue to elevate the incredible work in this new capacity. I am so grateful for this opportunity and the shared journey ahead.”
Associate Superintendent Pat MacDonald shares, “We are excited to welcome Mrs. Hempel to the Senior Administration team. Mrs. Hempel is a knowledgeable instructional leader whose passion for continuous learning and improvement is evident in all she does. Her strong interpersonal relationship skills will enable her to work closely with all CTR teachers and administrators in her role as Director of Learning – Elementary.”
Superintendent Dr. Andrea Holowka shares, “Mrs. Hempel’s leadership attributes in the areas of early learning and professional development will be an incredible asset to staff and students across Christ The Redeemer. Mrs. Hempel’s focus on improvement, innovation, and accompaniment will support our Senior Administration team’s ongoing commitment to achieve excellence.”