New Principal Named At New Canaan's St. Aloysius School

NEW CANAAN, CT — St. Aloysius School, a Roman Catholic diocesan co-educational K-8 school in New Canaan, recently named Dr. John R. Alfone as its new Principal, effective July 23.

"Dr. Alfone has worked in his previous schools to strengthen instruction in literacy, math and science," stated the Diocese of Bridgeport Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Steven F. Cheeseman. "I am confident he will continue to strengthen the academic program to ensure St. Aloysius students will become innovative and creative problem solvers."

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From the school's announcement:

Dr. Alfone’s commitment to children and the Catholic faith is evident by his dedication to Catholic education. With over twenty-five years of service in the Archdiocese of Hartford and the Diocese of Bridgeport, he held roles in teaching, administration, instruction and curriculum development, and district leadership.

Dr. Alfone holds a Bachelors degree from the Brooklyn College of Pharmacy, a Masters in Upper Elementary Education from Southern Connecticut State University, and a Doctorate in Educational Leadership from the University of Hartford.

In addition, his dedication to the faith will benefit the school. Fr. Rob Kinnally, pastor of St. Aloysius Church in New Canaan said, "Dr. Alfone brings a wealth of experience and passion for Catholic Education. He understands Catholic schools to be a mission of the Church, and from that framework he will bring Saint Aloysius School to the next great place the Holy Spirit wants our wonderful school to be! I am so happy that Dr. John Alfone is our principal."

Dr. Alfone, who currently resides in Branford, will be relocating to the area. In addition to his impressive educational background and professional accomplishments, he enjoys travel and ballroom dancing, finding his greatest joy in his two daughters, and three grandchildren. He is excited to become a part of the St. Aloysius School Community.

The St. Aloysius School community welcomes Dr. Alfone, and looks forward to furthering the school mission of Catholic teaching, academic excellence and service to others.

St. Aloysius serves students from Kindergarten through eighth grade. Visit www.sasncct.org or call Admissions at 203-966-0786 for more information about this 2010 Blue Ribbon School of Excellence.

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