Faculty & Staff
At Salesian College Preparatory, our faculty and staff are dedicated to the success of each student, supporting them in fulfilling their purpose by providing a nurturing, caring learning environment.
Over 70% of our faculty hold advanced degrees, and their expertise in and appreciation of their respective subjects bring the educational experience to life for our student body.
Chad Nightingale
Titles:
Department Chair: Science, Director of Athletics, 1st Year PLTW Teacher - Principles of Biomedical Sciences, Coach of Varsity Football and Track & Field
Departments:
Science, PLTW Pathway
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Mariella Nightingale
Titles:
World Languages: Department Chair, Spanish Teacher
Departments:
Foreign Language
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Janet O'Hair
Titles:
Department Chair: English, Drama Teacher, Theatre Director
Departments:
English, Visual and Performing Arts
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Wendy Okada
Class of:
2010
Titles:
Religious Studies Teacher, Creative Writing Teacher
Departments:
Religion, Social Science
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Omar Padilla-Magana
Titles:
Guidance Counselor
Departments:
Staff, Student Counseling, Student Guidance
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Stephen Pezzola, JD
Class of:
1974
Titles:
President, Salesian College Preparatory, Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors, Girls Varsity Basketball Head Coach
Departments:
Administration, Board of Directors, Development
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Katrin Porcella
Titles:
Web Manager & Digital Marketing Analyst
Departments:
Mission Advancement, Staff
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Cassandra Re, RN
Titles:
Chemistry Teacher, 3rd Year PLTW Teacher - Medical Interventions, 4th Year PLTW Teacher - BioMed Innovations, Head Coach JV Girls Basketball, Assistant Coach Varsity Girls Basketball
Departments:
Science, PLTW Pathway
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