Ms. Jennifer Frazzini
Principal
Bio coming soon.
Rev. Ryszard Gron
Pastor
Bio coming soon.
Ms. Ivette Maldonado
Adminstrative Assistant
Bio coming soon.
Mrs. Kathy Gallagher
Extended Day Care Director
Hello! My name is Kathleen (Kathy) Gallagher and I started at St. William's in 2016. I have been in education for 12 years and I am currently the Director of Extended Day Program. My favorite thing about St. William School the fact that my kids graduated from here and were very happy! We have belonged to the St. Williams Parish since 1998. The person that inspires me is my mom and my favorite thing to do on the weekend is spend time with my family. A fun fact about me is that I love to ice skate and working with our kids!
Mr. Jose Carmona
Custodian
Bio coming soon.
Mrs. Lisa Carlisle
Preschool Teacher
My name is Lisa Carlisle and I am the new Preschool Teacher at St. William School! I have 12 years of experience in education and was previously a substitute teacher. My favorite thing about St. William's is the warmth and welcoming environment of the school and staff. I came to St. William's because my children graduated from here. A person that inspires me is our fearless leader, Jennifer Frazzini. My favorite thing to do on the weekend is relax and watch movies and a fun fact about me is that I like to bake! St. William School is such a great place to be and to educate your children. It's an extended family.
Ms. Bridget LaPietra
Early Education Specialist
Hi my name is Bridget LaPietra and I am the Early Education Specialist at St. William School! I started my journey here in 2022 but have been in the education field for 38 years. My previous roles and experiences include a BA in Early Childhood Education, Special Education and General classroom teacher, teacher mentor, and PD presenter. My favorite thing about St. William is the warm, friendly people and kind atmosphere. A person that inspires me is Mary Jane Seacole, a British-Jamaican nurse and business woman (1805-1881). On the weekend, I like to relax, play with my dogs, and be with my family. My favorite piece of advice: even if you don't see it, being kind to others always makes a difference.
Mr. Leslie Dummitt
Kindergarten Teacher
Hello everyone! My name Leslie Dummitt and I am the Kindergarten teacher at St. William School. I started here in 2021 but I have 42 years of experience in education. I have my B.S. Elementary/Special Education degree as well as MS in Curriculum and Leadership, and an ESL Endorsement. My favorite thing about St. William's is the faculty and staff working as a Team. I chose to come here because it was my first opportunity to teach in a general education classroom. Two people that inspire me are Dr. Gene R. Sterritt and Professor James A. Sterritt, both my uncles. My favorite thing to do on the weekend is relax and a fun fact about me is that I'm also an EMT. I am grateful to be of service to Saint William Catholic School.
Ms. Cecilia Nunez
First Grade
Welcome to first grade! My name Cecilia Nunez. I started teaching at St. William's in 2020 and have been in education for four years. I've previously taught preschool, kindergarten, and Title I. My favorite thing about St. William's is the teachers, the principal, and the students. I started teaching here because my friend has been working at St. William for five years and she loves it. So when I heard there was an opening, I came to see why she loves this school so much. I fell in love with the support you get from other teachers and the principal. The people who inspire me are my parents. My favorite things to do on the weekend are to watch movies and go shopping. A fun fact about me is that I love Disney and have been to Disneyland 9 times. I graduated from Depaul University. I have always knew I wanted to be a teacher. I enjoy working with children and making those great connections to help them succeed.
Ms. April Ackerman
Second Grade
Bio coming soon.
Ms. Tess Butterman
Third Grade
Bio coming soon.
Mr. Eric Quamme
Fourth Grade
Bio coming soon.
Mrs. Helen Colletti
Fifth Grade
My name is Mrs. Colletti and I am the fifth grade homeroom teacher for St. William School. I also teach sixth grade math. My educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts degree from St. Xavier University and a Master of Education from Dominican University. I have taught various grades at St. William School and this has helped me to understand the skills that your children need as they advance through their elementary years. This year will be an adventure for your fifth grader as we learn many new things together. I believe that success happens when preparation meets with opportunity so we will do many challenging activities in our classroom as well as learn how to be organized and responsible to each other and ourselves. Our day begins and ends with prayer. I know when I walk through the school door that every day will be an interesting day. There is always a St. William surprise!
Mrs. Karen Zaccaria
Sixth Grade
Welcome to 6th grade with Mrs. Karen Zaccaria. I also teach 5th grade social studies. My family has strong ties to the St. William Parish community with several generations of Zaccarias covering over 80 years. Many of the Zaccarias have graduated from St. William School, including my husband and son. The passion I have for teaching is just as strong today as it was when I first started teaching. I have taught full-day kindergarten and first grade. Teaching computer classes for kindergarten-8th and the school’s technology coordinator are another positions I held before my current teaching position as the 6th grade teacher.
My teaching style combines a varied balance of experiences, from hands-on, peer teaching, project-based learning, individual and group work, and performance based assessments. I do believe that students learn in various ways; thus, I provide opportunities for students to build on his/her strengths and develop skills that need support.
I look forward to working with you and your child this school as a team.
Academic Degrees
BA--Concordia University
MA.Ed-St. Xavier University
MA.Ed-Dominican University
Mr. Robert Serwa
Seventh Grade
My name is Robert (Bobby) Serwa and I am the 7th and 8th grade math and science teacher here at St. Willliam's. I am a new teacher this year but have been in education for 4 years. I have spent the past three years as an afterschool program coordinator in Evanston for primarily free and reduced lunch students. During the summers, I also helped run a summer camp for those same students across multiple schools in District 64 and 65. I love the warmth, comradery and helpful nature of the staff and students. The children have already taught me so much about how to be a better teacher and person. I love coming in everyday and finding something that makes me smile. I felt that St. William was a great school to learn and grow as an educator. I knew that there was a lot that I could do to give back to the Catholic school community and enrich the school day for the students I teach.I have many people that inspire me, but I think the person I most look up to for how to live my daily life if Bruce Lee. His philosophy of "Be Like Water" is an important part of how I want to be as a person. If you don't know this quote, you should absolutely look it up! My favorite things to do on the weekends are to spend time with my friends and family and support my friends playing in the Chicago music scene.I have hiked across the Grand Canyon (Rim to Rim) 3 times. Words really don't do justice to the majesty of that place.I'm always excited to learn more: whether it's about St William, the community, or different customs and cultures. Please feel free to share with me about any of these things!
Mr. Martin Zaccaria
Eighth Grade
I’m Martin Zaccaria, and I am the 8th-grade teacher for St. William School. Prior to the 2022/2023 school year, I was the Physical Education instructor for our pre-school through 8th-grade students. I earned my Bachelor’s in English Literature and Catholic Studies from DePaul University as well as my Master of Education in Secondary English. My family has been a part of the St. William parish for five generations. As a graduate of St. William, I love the fact that I can work at my old school and give back to the place and people that started my education. I believe in strong Catholic schools that not only teach our children solid academics, but also instill in them a faith in Jesus Christ and active participation in the Church. "Make no little plans. They have no magic to stir men’s blood and probably themselves will not be realized. Make big plans; aim high in hope and work, remembering that a noble, logical diagram once recorded will never die, but long after we are gone will be a living thing, asserting itself with ever-growing insistency. Remember that our sons and grandsons are going to do things that would stagger us. Let your watchword be order and your beacon beauty. Think big."--Daniel Burnham
Ms. Zuly Moreno
Spanish Teacher
Hola! My name is Zuly Moreno and I am the Spanish teacher at St. William School. I started teaching here in 2019 and have 7 years in education. Previously, I worked at St. Constance school and taught Title I. My favorite thing about St. William's is the energy the students and teachers bring inside the school. The person that inspires me is my brother. My favorite thing to do on the weekend is zumba; I love to dance! St. William purses higher education and makes sure no student is left behind.
Mr. Noah Coffman
Physical Education
My name is Noah Coffman I am a brand new teacher at St. William teaching P.E. I have a Bachelor's Degree from Northwestern and was a head summer camp counselor for six years, My favorite thing about St. William's is the kids and their enthusiasm and willingness to try new things! I came to here because I was looking for something new, and wanted to challenge myself and step out of my comfort zone. The person that inspire me is my mother, Julie Coffman and my favorite thing to do on the weekend is play 16-inch softball. A fun fact about me is that I am a college sports commentator and have broadcasted over 250 live games, including six different NCAA Tournaments.
Ms. Andrea Figueroa
Music Teacher/Choir Director
Hello! My name is Andrea Figueroa and I am the music teacher/choir director at St. William Catholic School. I started in the Fall of 2022 and have been in education for 5 years. I have a B.A. in Music with a Conducting Focus. My favorite thing about St. William's is how welcoming and inclusive the staff and students are. thye are willing and wanting to help in anything you may need. I came to St. William's to bring music and song to all the students. On the weekends, I love staying in and watching some movies with my parents and my dog. A fun fact about me is that I have a vocal performance certificate for operatic singing. I am very excited and blessed to be at St William School. From the beginning, I felt like I belonged.
Ms. Elisha Neely
Title I Academic Coach
Hi there! I am Elisha Neely and I am the Title I Academic Coach at St. William School. I started here in 2021 and have been in education for 8 years. My education background is an EdD in Counseling Education & Supervision. Although I was assigned to this school, I have really fallen in love with the community and students! My little piece of advice is "life is like a Glow Stick; you never know how bright or strong you are until you are broken!!"
Ms. Kareema Bass
Title I Instruction
Hello! I am Kareema Bass and I am the Title I Instructor here at St. William School. I have been teaching here since 2022 and have been in the field for 4 years! My previous roles were Preschool teacher and Morgan Park High School Service Learning Teacher. My favorite thing about St. Williams is the collaborative environment to provide quality education to the students of St. William. I came to St. Williams to make sure that every student has the resources they need to succeed. I believe that every child can succeed! It is my life's work to diligently to make sure that every student believes that they can succeed, as well as have the necessary tools to do so. The quote that I carry in my heart for every student's life that I touch is that "Learning isn't linear". My teaching depends on the learner and the situation. I believe that every day of life is a learning experience, which is why my classroom is student centered. I don't always have the answer, but I'm willing to be taught. The magical and transformational part of it all is that my students teach me every day how to be a better teacher for them.