We are thrilled to welcome Miss Kate Boyer to our faculty as a long term substitute for Mrs. Rice as she takes maternity leave. Miss Boyer is taking over teaching Middle School Language Arts and the 7th grade homeroom. Take a few minutes to get to know our newest faculty member!
What is your biggest hope for your students this year?
My biggest hope for students this year is that they continue to foster a love of reading while developing writing and critical thinking skills that will guide them through life.
Are you originally from Pittsburgh? If so, where did you grow up? If not, where are you originally from?
I am originally from Wooster, Ohio. It is a small town that is located right in between Cleveland and Columbus.
If you were not a teacher, what career would you choose?
If I were not a teacher I would be a journalist.
What is your favorite novel and why?
My favorite novel is Murder on the Orient Express by Agatha Christie because I love the suspense of classic murder mysteries.
If you could travel to any country in the world, where would you go and why?
If I could travel to any country in the world I would go to Italy. I took Italian in college but did not get the chance to study abroad because of Covid-19. I would love the chance to practice my Italian and explore the culture.
Why do you like working in a Catholic school?
I love working in a Catholic school because it reminds me of my own childhood education. I went to a Catholic k-8 school very similar to Blessed Trinity Academy. Combining academic excellence with moral integrity teachings is such a beneficial tenet of Catholic education.
What is your favorite Bible story or Bible verse?
My favorite Bible story is the parable of the good Samaritan. The powerful message of the parable reveals not only the importance of loving your neighbor, but the importance of acceptance. Both a Jewish priest and a Levite leave a man in need on the side of the road. However, it is a Samaritan (someone part of an unpopular group at the time of Jesus) who stops and helps the man. Jesus reminds us through this parable that we should love everyone, even those who we might not get along with or who are part of an unpopular group.
What is one thing people would be surprised to know about you?
One thing people would be surprised to know about me is I am a Steelers fan, despite being from Ohio!
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