IC Catholic Prep Announces New Principal Danielle Wagner

ELMHURST, IL, JUNE 22, 2023 — Mickey Tovey, Vice Chair Board of Directors of IC Catholic Prep, today announced Danielle Wagner has been selected as the school’s new Principal.

“After a thorough search process, the Board of Directors of ICCP is pleased to join Father Thomas Paul in announcing the selection of Mrs. Danielle Wagner as Principal of ICCP for the upcoming school year. Well-known and respected by both staff and community as our current Assistant Pmrincipal, Mrs. Wagner was chosen from a talented candidate pool and following a competitive process that included participation from faculty, staff, and parents. We anticipate a smooth transition and look forward to a close, productive relationship between the Principal and the Board.” stated Mickey Tovey, Vice Chair Board of Directors.

Danielle has more than 15 years of professional experience in Catholic education and began her career at St. Patrick High School as an English teacher. She also served as the Assistant Principal and Curriculum Director at St. Joseph High School from 2014 to 2020. Danielle came to IC Catholic Prep in 2020 and has been serving as the Director of Curriculum and the Assistant Principal for the last 3 years. Since she came on board, Danielle has played a crucial role in the success of IC Catholic Prep and is a great example of the culture of the school, while she also shares the same vision and goals of the school moving forward.

Wagner earned a Bachelor of Arts in Secondary Education and English from Marquette University, and a M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction from Concordia University, Chicago. She also has a LBS1 endorsement from Lewis University.

“I came to ICCP three years ago with the intention of establishing deep roots and finding a home for myself and my family. The mission and vision speak to my own philosophy of education, and I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to continue the good work of our school.” mentioned Wagner.

Wagner is originally from the Oak Lawn, IL area and attended Harold L. Richards High School. She currently resides in Westchester with her husband Dan and two children, Mason (12) and Maxwell (9), current students at Immaculate Conception Grade School.