STAFF INTERVIEW Father Breslin
Kennedy Catholic’s
Commitment to Nurturing Our Faith While providing a modern, rigorous Regents college-preparatory curriculum that meets the needs of today’s youth and tomorrow’s future leaders is paramount, Kennedy Catholic also educates young people in the sound doctrine of Catholic faith to prepare them for living out Christ’s message of service to the world. The mission statement of the Sisters of the Divine Compassion, who founded Kennedy Catholic, is “Empowered by God’s love, we are called to be the compassionate presence of God in the world.” This sentiment is strongly reflected in Kennedy’s own mission statement: “We are strong and committed Christian leaders who are 14 The GAEL
determined to make a difference for Christ in our world and the lives of others. Through the development of mind, body and spirit we will strive always for excellence and the highest standards in Catholic education.” To help instill faith, Kennedy Catholic provides all students with four years of theology to learn about God and His church, a strong sacramental life, a Christian Community Service program and contemplative retreat programs. Serving as our spiritual leader is President/Principal Father Mark Vaillancourt. Joining him are Deacon Alfred Impallomeni, Theology Department Chair and Director of Guidance; Theology faculty Mrs. Katie Glembotzky, Dr. Ilaria Tedesco, Mr. Charles
