Dear St. Mary's Community,

It is an honor to welcome you to St. Mary's as I begin my service as Interim Head of School. Returning to lead the school that helped shape my own life is a responsibility I embrace with great gratitude, humility, and optimism.

As a proud member of the Class of 1976, St. Mary's has been a part of my journey for nearly five decades. The values I learned here, faith, academic excellence, service to others, and the importance of community, have guided me throughout my personal and professional life. Those experiences instilled in me a deep appreciation for the mission of Catholic education and the lasting impact it has on young people and their families.

Over the years, I have remained closely connected to St. Mary's, most recently serving on the Board of Trustees for the past ten years. During that time, I have had the privilege of working alongside dedicated faculty, staff, administrators, alumni, parents, and fellow trustees to strengthen our school and support its continued growth. I have witnessed firsthand the remarkable progress St. Mary's has made while remaining steadfast in its mission of educating students in mind, body, and spirit.

As Interim Head of School, my commitment is to provide steady leadership while building upon the strong foundation established by those who have come before me. Together, we will continue to foster an environment where every student is known, challenged, and inspired to reach their potential. We will remain focused on academic excellence, faith-formation, innovation, and preparing our students to become compassionate leaders who leave St. Mary's prepared for their next step. 

St. Mary's has always been much more than a school—it is a community united by shared values, enduring traditions, and an unwavering commitment to one another. I look forward to listening, learning, and working in partnership with our students, parents, faculty, staff, alumni, benefactors, and friends as we continue to write the next chapter of our school's proud history.

Thank you for the warm welcome you have already extended to me. I am excited about what lies ahead and confident that, together, we will continue to ensure that St. Mary's remains a place where faith is nurtured, excellence is expected, and every student is empowered to thrive.

Mark Doyle '76
Interim Head of School
St. Mary's Lynn