Over the past seven years, our Principal, Br. Nick Gonzalez, has been the driving force behind the growth of San Miguel High School. As the founding Principal and second employee, he was instrumental in all aspects of our extraordinary expansion over such a short period of time. His leadership, vision and commitment to the entire community have yielded great dividends for our students, parents and the Tucson community at large.

Some of his many accomplishments during his tenure at San Miguel include:

• Being one of 10 high schools to receive the 2010 National Association of Secondary School Principals/MetLife Foundation “Breakthrough School” Award based upon dramatic improvements in student achievement accomplished by those living in poverty. San Miguel was the first Catholic high school to receive this honor.
• Creating a culture of high academic expectations within a student population that may not have seen themselves succeeding in educational and/or career-related endeavors
• Graduating 100% of the senior class in both 2008 and 2009
  
• Being a co-recipient of the 2009 Elizabeth Ann Seton award for his significant contributions to Catholic education in the Diocese of Tucson

At the end of this school year, Br. Nick will return to El Paso to spend time with his mother. Please join me in congratulating him for a job well done at San Miguel High School. Clearly, he will leave behind a void that will be difficult to fill.

As the President, I am committed to finding a replacement for Br. Nick who will continue to build upon the Lasallian foundation that has been laid, and who will continue to move our academic program forward. A search committee is being formed with the goal of hiring a new Principal by the end of this school year, to insure a seamless transition for the 2010-2011 school year.

Please be assured that the guiding principles established by Br. Nick will be utilized as the starting point for any new hire. The strength of San Miguel High School is a legacy that Br. Nick leaves behind for all of us to build on. We are truly blessed to have had such a passionate leader for our community!

Employment - San Miguel High School, Tucson, AZ – Principal

San Miguel High School is seeking applicants for the full-time, exempt position of Principal.  The Principal shall be the Chief Academic Officer of the school, responsible for leadership of all aspects of the educational program including both curricular and extracurricular activities. The Principal collaborates, as a peer, with the Director of Corporate Internship, in directing the daily operation of the school and all interactions with enrolled students and their parents or guardians.  A Master’s Degree in Education and at least 3 years experience in school administration is required.  Must hold, or be eligible to acquire, certification as a secondary school principal in the State of Arizona.  Fluency in Spanish is required.  Must be a practicing Catholic.  San Miguel offers a competitive salary with full benefits.  The application deadline is March 30, 2010.  To view the position description and for information on how to apply, please click here.