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Principal Pam Shay Announces Her Retirement O’Dowd Principal Pam Shay announced on Nov. 6 that she is retiring at the end of the 2015-16 school year. She is looking forward to relocating to Oregon with her husband, Bruce, and son, Ben ’13. Shay has been an integral part of the O’Dowd community for the past seven years – serving for two years as Assistant Principal for Academics before assuming the principal position in 2011 – and has shepherded the school through a period of continued innovation and growth. Her leadership has been marked by curriculum innovation that improved the learning environment for all students, clear and effective administrative processes, the implementation of a culture of sustainability, the development of online courses and a strengthening of the school’s Catholic identity. “Although there is never an ideal time to leave such a robust and caring community, as principal I believe that this is the best time possible for me to leave O’Dowd,” Shay said. “The school has been building steadily and is strong in its educational excellence, Catholic identity and social justice awareness. I know that I’ll leave the organization in capable, committed hands and it will continue its trajectory of excellence.” President Steve Phelps said that Shay has been both a valued colleague and personal friend to him. “She cares deeply about every student, parent and teacher, and is a superb professional who has worked tirelessly to improve every aspect of the school,” he said. “I wish her much happiness in this new phase of her life.” Social studies teacher Ray Lehner said Shay will be missed by students and faculty alike. “I enjoyed her leadership. She is steady, consistent and generous. Pam challenges everyone to be better. She will leave some big shoes to fill,” he said. Alumnus Will McAneny ’11 said Shay consistently supported his academic and extracurricular pursuits, even attending his performance at the Ohlone Theater Festival. “I know she will continue to brighten the lives of those she encounters along her journey to her next desination,” he said. A search to identify O’Dowd’s next principal is underway, and the process will involve input from all stakeholders, specifically members of the faculty and staff, parents, students, the Board of Regents and the Diocese of Oakland. The goal is to have a new principal selected no later than March 2016. Winter Magazine 2016 // 31
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