On behalf of our entire school family, I would like to extend our deepest gratitude to the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, for their decades of faithful service, unwavering dedication, and spiritual leadership at Queen of Angels Regional Catholic School. Their presence has and will continue to be a blessing, shaping the hearts and minds of generations with love, faith, and excellence.
As we look ahead, I am pleased to introduce Ms. Beatrice Allen as our new and first lay principal. Ms. Allen brings a deep commitment to Catholic education, a passion for student success, and a collaborative spirit that I am confident will guide our school into a bright and faithful future. Ms. Allen had the opportunity to come and meet with some of our families and faculty at the Home and School Student Showcase at the end of the school year. She shared her thoughts on becoming the Principal here at QOA and I would like to share them here:
“Good Evening, everyone. I am honored, I am overjoyed, and I am humbled to stand before you tonight. This moment represents a turning point in my life as well as a turning point in the life of Queen of Angels Regional Catholic School.
Taking the first step on an untraveled path is both exciting and scary. As you focus on moving forward, it is hard not to stop, turn your head and look at what is behind you. In fact, it is important that you do take the time to stop and look at what is behind you because that is your legacy; it is your history. It is what brought you to this exact point in time. That pause, that turning of the head, is the time to reflect on what you will carry with you as you journey forward and what will become a treasured memory. It is time to think about where you were and where you can and want to go. In fact, it is the time to look up and look within… and be confident that God’s grace is truly leading the way.
As a young girl, all I ever wanted to become was a teacher. I was blessed to live my dream; I have been in Catholic education my entire career. A few years ago, I decided I wanted to impact more than just a classroom filled with students. I wanted to impact a school filled with students as well as teachers who shared my dedication, devotion and enthusiasm for Catholic education. So, as my one and only daughter headed off to college, I did as well. I can honestly say it was the most challenging yet rewarding time of my life. While I may have felt overwhelmed and overworked at times, I knew I was never alone. I had the unwavering support of my family, my friends, and my faith. ALWAYS my faith.”
Please join me in praying for the IHM Sisters as they continue their ministry here at Queen of Angels and beyond, and in welcoming Ms. Allen with open arms and warm hearts. I thank you all for your support of Queen of Angels.
God Bless,
Mrs. O’Doherty