With over 20 years of experience in education, Mrs. Madrigal most recently was the Interim Head of School at The Colorado Springs School, an independent pre K- grade 12 school. Mrs. Madrigal began her career as a teacher for K-5 with her BA in Art and Elementary Education from Humboldt State University. She was teacher and Division Leader at the Colorado Springs School. She also worked several years at the University of Colorado Family Development Center as Summer Program Director. After attaining her Masters in Curriculum and Instruction from Colorado Christian University, Mrs. Madrigal continued to diversify her service to education by serving in positions from Enrichment Programs to Director of Admissions and Financial Assistance at The Colorado Springs School.

Following the legacy of former Principal Virginia Devine, who retired at the end of the 2013-2014 school year after 31 years of service to the school, Mrs. Madrigal will continue to uphold Rosarian Academy's high standards and distinctions.

"In the first few weeks of being here, I can already sense Rosarian's excellence and great potential.  I feel so fortunate to have the opportunity to be here for a year, to reinforce the culture of excellence that already exists and set up the incoming permanent head for continued and progressive future success," said Mrs. Madrigal whose first day was Monday, August 4th. 

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Sr. Judy Rimbey, OP, Director of Finance

Sr. Judy, an Adrian Dominican sister, joins us with a B.S. and Master's in Accountancy from Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. Most recently she was the Director of Finance for the Religious of the Sacred Heart of Mary, Eastern American Province in Tarrytown, NY. 

 

After growing up in Illinois and working in insurance for ten years, Sr. Judy entered religious life in 1978.  She has served in ministries in Illinois and California. From 2004-2010 she was the Administrator and General Councilor of the Adrian Dominican Congregation. This is her first time in Florida.

 

When Sr. Judy is not busy with Business Office responsibilities, her favorite activities are trying new restaurants, cooking, and reading the entire newspaper, especially the New York Times. She looks forward to meeting the students and parents of Rosarian.

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Ms. Danielle Kurliand, Children's House Teacher

Ms. Danielle comes to Rosarian with her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with a focus on Peace and Conflict Resolution from Arcadia University and her Masters in Early Child Education with Montessori Certification from Chestnut Hill College.  She has ten years teaching experience in Montessori, public, Quaker, and home schools.
 

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Miss Katherine Murphy, Fourth Grade Teacher

Prior to joining the Rosarian faculty, Miss Murphy spent eight years teaching at Hope Rural School in Indiantown. She graduated from the University of Florida with her Bachelors and Masters in Elementary Education.  

 "I am thankful for being so warmly welcomed to the Rosarian family.  I love seeing the growth and progress my students make as they learn new skills and information each day.  I especially enjoy the opportunity to share the Catholic faith with my students," said Miss Murphy.

 Outside of the classroom, she enjoys reading, running, traveling, and spending time with friends and family. 

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Mrs. Chrissie Ferguson, 5-6 English & Literature Teacher 

Chrissie (Randolph) Ferguson comes to us from the Royal Poinciana Chapel, where she was the Director of Children's Ministry for the past five years. Chrissie not only created programs for children of all ages at the Chapel, but she also led and taught many of the classes.
 
 

Chrissie was born and raised in West Palm Beach, Florida and attended St. Ann's, Rosarian Academy and Cardinal Newman High School.

 She graduated from the College of Journalism and Communications at the University of Florida, with a B.S. in advertising. She continued her education by completing courses in writing at University of California at Berkeley and English and education courses at Florida Atlantic University. She has taught at Palm Beach Day Academy and Cardinal Newman High School.

 Chrissie is thrilled to be back at her Alma Mater, teaching her favorite subject - English. "My favorite part about teaching is when a student experiences an 'Aha!' moment and realizes that he or she can be an excellent writer," said Mrs. Ferguson.

 Chrissie has three young boys who attend Rosarian, Landon (6), Johnny (4) and Marshall (2). When she's not busy having fun with her family, Chrissie enjoys freelance writing for various publications, attending SCBWI (Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators) conferences, blogging, playing the guitar and traveling the world with her husband, Matt, to see her favorite band, Pearl Jam, in concert.

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Miss Sarah Hoffman, 7-8 English Teacher

 Miss Hoffman graduated with her B.A. in Writing, Literature, and Publishing from Emerson College in Boston, and she earned her M.A. in English Language and Literature from Florida Gulf Coast University in Fort Myers. 

Prior to coming to Rosarian, she taught Composition I & II at Florida Gulf Coast University, as well as Grammar and Study Skills at Canterbury School. 

Miss Hoffman stated, "My favorite part of teaching is helping a student excel at and enjoy a subject he or she initially believed to be difficult, especially when writing becomes a hobby rather than homework." 

Outside of school, she enjoys going to the beach (the view of the water from her classroom certainly helps her feel as if she's there during the school day!), spending time with her dog, and planning her upcoming wedding. 

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Mrs. Alicia Carpentier, 5,7 & 8 Spanish Teacher

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Mrs. Janet Galati, 7-8 Science Teacher

Mrs. Galati has been in the field of education for the past 21 years. Although she graduated in 1993 from St. Joseph College with a Bachelor's Degree in early childhood education, her first job was in a middle school. She enjoyed it so much that she returned to school to get a Master's Degree in English in Secondary Education. 

She has taught predominantly middle school Science and English. She has a Certificate of Advanced Leadership in Educational Leadership and served as an Assistant Principal for two years and a Principal of a Catholic School in Maine for two years. She recently completed her certification to become Superintendent. 

Mrs. Galati is the mother of five children and a wife for 19 years. She enjoys spending her free time with her family and cooking, which is a secret passion of hers. 

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Mrs. Anna Hines, 7-8 Health Teacher

Kick-off the Christmas In Hollywood Auction & Ball at the Palm Beach Kennel Club this Saturday at 6:00pm at the HO HO HOldem Poker Tournament.  Tickets are a $50 donation for players and $30 for non-players.  Thanks to the Rooney Family, there is complimentary food and two drink tickets for everyone who attends. Enjoy a fun night out with a chance to win CASH PRIZES! Don't be a scrooge, click here to sign up today.

The Christmas in Hollywood, Auction & Ball will be held at The Breakers on November 22.  Laura Herlong & Cindy Osborne, Auction Chairs, are planning an exciting evening of dinner and dancing. This event is FUN but, most importantly, it benefits all students at Rosarian Academy.  

 Join in, get tickets, donate, or become a sponsor. Click here for all the information you need. Tickets are $235 per person before October 1. Questions? Contact the Director of Annual Giving & Events, Sheena Wilber, at sheena@rosarian.org or 561-345-3109
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As a special thank you to all of our generous Auction & Ball underwriters & sponsors who give $250 or more, an appreciation party is scheduled for October 4.  

 Hosts, Paula Cook, Tim Dehen, Sean & Beth Lang and William & Kathy Steele, are preparing an exciting evening, Starry Night in the Garden.  

 Underwriting & sponsorship gifts make up 40% of the auction proceeds.  Underwriting gifts go directly to the bottom line and are a vital part of the auction.  Limited sponsorship opportunities are still available. To learn more about sponsorship or underwriting or to give a gift, click here or contact the Development Office at 561-345-3109 or sheena@rosarian.org. 

Rosarian Academy, founded in 1925, is a private, coeducational, Catholic school sponsored by the Adrian Dominican Sisters. Its mission is to educate the whole person for life in a global community in the light of Gospel values.