Faculty and Staff
Faculty and Staff
Sister Danielle Truex, IHM, Principal
Sister Danielle Truex, IHM, Principal
Sister Danielle studied theology and elementary education at Immaculata University and has a master's degree in educational leadership from Saint Joseph's University. Prior to becoming principal at Saint Peter the Apostle School, Sister Danielle was principal in Lancaster, PA and taught middle school in several Catholic schools in Philadelphia.
Sister Danielle studied theology and elementary education at Immaculata University and has a master's degree in educational leadership from Saint Joseph's University. Prior to becoming principal at Saint Peter the Apostle School, Sister Danielle was principal in Lancaster, PA and taught middle school in several Catholic schools in Philadelphia.
Sister Danielle's educational interests include: technology, STREAM, strengthening parent partnerships, and social-emotional learning. Sister Danielle is excited about continuing the rich history of quality Catholic education that Saint Peter the Apostle School is known to provide and furthering the school mission to "contribute to the building up of God's Kingdom here on earth."
Sister Danielle's educational interests include: technology, STREAM, strengthening parent partnerships, and social-emotional learning. Sister Danielle is excited about continuing the rich history of quality Catholic education that Saint Peter the Apostle School is known to provide and furthering the school mission to "contribute to the building up of God's Kingdom here on earth."
Michelle Carollo, Pre-K4 Teacher
Michelle Carollo, Pre-K4 Teacher
Ms. Carollo is an educator with five years of experience in early childhood education, she is deeply committed to fostering a nurturing and dynamic learning environment where young minds can thrive. She believes in the power of lifelong learning, for both her students and herself, always seeking new ways to engage and inspire. Her passion for teaching drives her to continuous growth, adaptation, and provides meaningful experiences that lay a strong foundation for future success. Every day, she strives to make a positive impact by encouraging curiosity, creativity, and a love for learning in every child.
Ms. Carollo is an educator with five years of experience in early childhood education, she is deeply committed to fostering a nurturing and dynamic learning environment where young minds can thrive. She believes in the power of lifelong learning, for both her students and herself, always seeking new ways to engage and inspire. Her passion for teaching drives her to continuous growth, adaptation, and provides meaningful experiences that lay a strong foundation for future success. Every day, she strives to make a positive impact by encouraging curiosity, creativity, and a love for learning in every child.
Rosemary Carollo, Technology/STEM Teacher
Rosemary Carollo, Technology/STEM Teacher
Mrs. Carollo holds a bachelor's degree in information Systems Technology from Penn State University with a minor in business. She has worked as an IT Support/Business Analyst as well as in the role of Director of Technology in two AOP High Schools. Mrs. Carollo teaches technology and STEM in grades PK 4 - 8 and enjoys supporting the faculty and staff in implementing technology in the classroom.
Mrs. Carollo holds a bachelor's degree in information Systems Technology from Penn State University with a minor in business. She has worked as an IT Support/Business Analyst as well as in the role of Director of Technology in two AOP High Schools. Mrs. Carollo teaches technology and STEM in grades PK 4 - 8 and enjoys supporting the faculty and staff in implementing technology in the classroom.
Michael Clark, PE Teacher
Michael Clark, PE Teacher
Mr. Michael Clark is a graduate of St. Peter the Apostle School. He is eager to share his love of physical activity and sports with our students and families.
Mr. Michael Clark is a graduate of St. Peter the Apostle School. He is eager to share his love of physical activity and sports with our students and families.
Francesca Formica, Kindergarten Teacher
Francesca Formica, Kindergarten Teacher
Miss Formica has a bachelor's degree in Elementary/Early Childhood Education from Holy Family University. Miss Formica spent one year teaching technology before finding her home at St. Peter’s in Kindergarten.
Miss Formica has a bachelor's degree in Elementary/Early Childhood Education from Holy Family University. Miss Formica spent one year teaching technology before finding her home at St. Peter’s in Kindergarten.
Miss Formica enjoys teaching and shaping little minds. She enjoys teaching reading and writing to the little ones and helping them discover their love for it too! Miss Formica also enjoys STREAM projects with her kids and sharing their projects with their families and the SPA community!
Miss Formica enjoys teaching and shaping little minds. She enjoys teaching reading and writing to the little ones and helping them discover their love for it too! Miss Formica also enjoys STREAM projects with her kids and sharing their projects with their families and the SPA community!
Scott Gantt, Seventh Grade Teacher
Scott Gantt, Seventh Grade Teacher
Raymond Scott Gant graduated from Indiana State University with a Bachelor's in Secondary English Education. He worked several years in education as a private school English teacher and an English remediation teacher. He worked ten years with individuals with special needs in a group home and day program, becoming manager over a medically fragile house. He returned to the classroom as a Special Education teacher focusing on behavioral emotional students. He is now back to his first love, teaching the English language to students.
Mr. Gant is originally from Indiana, and will often tell you all about it. He moved to Philadelphia 2 years ago and grown to love his new home. Mr. Gant started and ran his own pub trivia company back in the Midwest and still enjoys weekly pub trivia. He encourages his students to not simply learn but to understand by connecting information.
Atiya Henderson, Eighth Grade Teacher
Atiya Henderson, Eighth Grade Teacher
Atiya holds a Master's degree in Education from Saint Joseph’s University. With a passion for Nutrition and Health Sciences, Atiya believes in the potential of every student and is dedicated to providing tailored strategies to enhance learning. As an advocate for collaboration, she encourages strong partnerships between parents and teachers to ensure student success.
Atiya holds a Master's degree in Education from Saint Joseph’s University. With a passion for Nutrition and Health Sciences, Atiya believes in the potential of every student and is dedicated to providing tailored strategies to enhance learning. As an advocate for collaboration, she encourages strong partnerships between parents and teachers to ensure student success.
Specializing in Earth Science, Life Science, Physical Science, and Mathematics, Atiya integrates real-world applications into teaching methods. Through special projects, she exposes students to diverse scientific concepts, fostering critical thinking and enabling them to draw meaningful mathematical connections with the world around them.
Specializing in Earth Science, Life Science, Physical Science, and Mathematics, Atiya integrates real-world applications into teaching methods. Through special projects, she exposes students to diverse scientific concepts, fostering critical thinking and enabling them to draw meaningful mathematical connections with the world around them.
Bria Jackson, Fourth Grade Teacher
Bria Jackson, Fourth Grade Teacher
Saskia Kercy, Sixth Grade Teacher
Saskia Kercy, Sixth Grade Teacher
Ms. Kercy attended Catholic schools in Philadelphia and graduated from West Catholic Preparatory High School before continuing her studies. She has a BA in Economics and Global Studies from Temple University and a MA in Economics from Howard University.
Ms. Kercy attended Catholic schools in Philadelphia and graduated from West Catholic Preparatory High School before continuing her studies. She has a BA in Economics and Global Studies from Temple University and a MA in Economics from Howard University.
Ms. Kercy brings a variety of professional experiences to St. Peter the Apostle School including: providing financial and business education to immigrant populations, facilitating Girls on the Run programs, writing for various professional journals, and public affairs and communication experience.
Ms. Kercy brings a variety of professional experiences to St. Peter the Apostle School including: providing financial and business education to immigrant populations, facilitating Girls on the Run programs, writing for various professional journals, and public affairs and communication experience.
Contact Ms. Saskia at skercy@stpetertheapostleschool.com
Deborah Krysztoforski, Fifth Grade Teacher
Deborah Krysztoforski, Fifth Grade Teacher
Ms. Krysztoforski studied elementary school education and has a bachelor's degree in liberal arts with a major in education. She taught in the Catholic school system for several years.
Ms. Krysztoforski studied elementary school education and has a bachelor's degree in liberal arts with a major in education. She taught in the Catholic school system for several years.
Ms. Krysztoforski's educational interests include building parent-teacher relationships to benefit the education of the students, differentiated instructions to meet the needs of all students, technology, and educating the students in a Christian environment. She is honored to be a part of the faculty of St. Peter the Apostle School.
Ms. Krysztoforski's educational interests include building parent-teacher relationships to benefit the education of the students, differentiated instructions to meet the needs of all students, technology, and educating the students in a Christian environment. She is honored to be a part of the faculty of St. Peter the Apostle School.
Ms. Krysztoforski was accepted into the Notre Dame STEM Teaching Fellows program in Spring 2023.
Ms. Krysztoforski was accepted into the Notre Dame STEM Teaching Fellows program in Spring 2023.
Samirah Odoms, Third Grade Teacher
Samirah Odoms, Third Grade Teacher
Ms. Odoms is in the Residency Program completing her education studies at this time. She is known to the St. Peter the Apostle School community as our former PE and Health Teacher. Ms. Odoms has background experience as a sports performance specialist, rehab aide, track and field coach, student athletic trainer, and dance instructor and choreographer.
Ms. Odoms is in the Residency Program completing her education studies at this time. She is known to the St. Peter the Apostle School community as our former PE and Health Teacher. Ms. Odoms has background experience as a sports performance specialist, rehab aide, track and field coach, student athletic trainer, and dance instructor and choreographer.
Teresa Przybylski, Director of Advancement & Enrollment
Teresa Przybylski, Director of Advancement & Enrollment
Teresa began her career with Strategic Management Group and Deloitte, LLC. After her daughter was born, she transitioned to the nonprofit sector. She became the Director of Marketing for Mercy Career and Technical High School and the Catholic Partnership Schools. Currently, she's excited to serve as the Director of Advancement and Enrollment, focusing on increasing giving capacity and enrollment. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends, running and watching sports.
Teresa began her career with Strategic Management Group and Deloitte, LLC. After her daughter was born, she transitioned to the nonprofit sector. She became the Director of Marketing for Mercy Career and Technical High School and the Catholic Partnership Schools. Currently, she's excited to serve as the Director of Advancement and Enrollment, focusing on increasing giving capacity and enrollment. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends, running and watching sports.
Contact Teresa Przybylski at tprzybylski@stpetertheapostleschool.com.
Contact Teresa Przybylski at tprzybylski@stpetertheapostleschool.com.
Michele Vazquez, Second Grade Teacher
Michele Vazquez, Second Grade Teacher
Michele Vazquez is an experienced early childhood educator who is passionate about providing culturally responsive education in both the arts and in her role as school librarian.
Michele Vazquez is an experienced early childhood educator who is passionate about providing culturally responsive education in both the arts and in her role as school librarian.
Tom Windfelder, Music Teacher, Choir Director
Tom Windfelder, Music Teacher, Choir Director
Mr. Tom Windfelder is a long-time St. Peter the Apostle Parishioner and Teacher. After his retirement, Mr. Tom continued to be an active member of our school community and agreed to come back to teach PK - Grade 3 Music and direct the school choir. Mr. Tom has a degree in Music Education from Temple University and has many years of experience as a choir director in Catholic schools in Philadelphia.
Mr. Tom Windfelder is a long-time St. Peter the Apostle Parishioner and Teacher. After his retirement, Mr. Tom continued to be an active member of our school community and agreed to come back to teach PK - Grade 3 Music and direct the school choir. Mr. Tom has a degree in Music Education from Temple University and has many years of experience as a choir director in Catholic schools in Philadelphia.