Kathy Hennigh - English & Math
My name is Kathy Hennigh and I am very excited to be the new Middle School English Teacher, 6th and 7th grade Math teacher, and the 8th grade Homeroom Teacher! I have a B.A. from UCSB and graduated from UC Berkeley with a Masters Degree in Education, Multiple Subject Teaching Credential and Reading Specialist Credential. For nine years I taught at St. Anthony School in Oakland as a Middle School teacher and later a Reading Specialist helping students with reading and writing skills. Since I struggled with dyslexia in my youth I am sensitive to students learning differences and know that all children can succeed when given the right guidance and support. When my third child was born I took some time off from teaching. In 2006 I returned to the classroom to teach 5th grade at St. Philip Neri School in Alameda where my children attended. In addition to being a classroom teacher I enjoyed working as the Student Council Moderator, on the Yearbook Committee, and I started the school's first ever Green Team! Reduce, Reuse and Recycle! In 2012 I returned to being at home with my children and enjoyed being my daughter’s Room Parent and Art Docent Teacher at St. Philip Neri School for five years as well as attending my children’s many sports and music events. I truly believe in Catholic education and know first hand how Catholic schools have positively impacted my own children, shaping them into well rounded individuals with core values and beliefs. I feel so blessed to be at a school where we can come together rooted in God's love and grow and learn in a Christ-centered environment. I am originally from Los Angeles but have lived in the Bay Area for almost 30 years. In my spare time I enjoy hiking, baking, going to the beach, museums and sporting events. I love where we live and am so blessed to be working with the Middle School students at St. Felicitas School!