Hello ! 

My name is Danny and I go by Mr. D to the students. I started at OSM in 2022. I am the Creative Dance teacher and I have been teaching dance for over 15 years. I have danced for many companies here in Chicago and before joining the OSM family, I spent 14 years at sea dancing with Royal Caribbean. 

My students call me Profe Luiza, and I am the Spanish teacher from Kindergarten through 8th grade. I am originally from Bogotá, Colombia, and I am proud to share my language, culture, and traditions with my students.

I began teaching Spanish in 2022, and this is my third full year at OSM. It is a joy to watch my students learn, grow, and become more confident using Spanish every day.

Hello, my name is Lionell Pate, a Lifestyle Fitness & Performance Coach and founder of Sophisticated Movement, LLC. I specializes in functional training, injury prevention, youth fitness, and working with diverse populations, including stroke survivors, individuals with diabetes, and pre/postnatal women. With over 10 years of experience, I delivered virtual and in-person training, corporate wellness programs, and workshops for organizations such as the University of Chicago Medicine and Freedman Seating. I am a virtual SilverSneaker Instructor and certified through NASM (CPT, CES), PN, and the American Red Cross (CPR/AED).

Education: B.S. in Business Administration
Certifications: NASM CPT, CES; Precision Nutrition (PN); Red Cross CPR/AED

Hi Families, My name is Michael Kaye, commonly known as Coach Kaye in the OSM community. I am entering my seventh school year as a Physical Education teacher at OSM, since moving to the U.S from Australia in 2017. I have a background in education upon graduating with a Bachelor of Educational Studies, from the University of Canberra, Australia. During my OSM stint I have taught all grade levels and have thoroughly enjoyed teaching our Knights specific skills, games/activities, and how to cooperate in team atmospheres. I have also coached or assisted athletic programs including: basketball, floor hockey, volleyball, soccer, and track & field. This year I will teaching part time at OSM, whilst also pursing coaching freshmen boys basketball at Mount Carmel. Looking forward to a great year!

Hello! My name is Katherine Cervenka. I teach Physical Education-Preschool through 4th Grade at OSM. I earned a Bachelor of Science in Human Health Services from Purdue University, where I also played soccer. Before joining OSM, I spent eight years working in sales before transitioning to working in Catholic schools throughout the city. In my free time, I enjoy watching and cheering on our three daughters in their activities. I am happy to be part of the OSM community and look forward to a wonderful school year!  

Hello! My name is Cydney.  I am Ms. Cydney to the students. I am excited to continue my journey at Old St Mary's School by sharing my love of Art with your children. When asked," What do you want to be when you grow up?" My response was an Artist. I studied Architecture at University of Illinois Urbana Champaign  and had a career as a set designer for film. Currently,  I am a multimedia artist and a mother of two.  I feel art making is healing and I hope to inspire curiosity,  imagination, innovation and creativity.

I'm Mrs. Jacox, known as Mrs. J. I'm a retired teacher, I taught for 38 years. This will be my fourth year at OSM. My role is a sub/lunch supervisor for grades 4 and 7. I'm also a Kindergarten Extended Day teacher and a teacher in the OSM Summer Camp program. I'm looking forward to a great year at OSM!

Teaching at OSM is actually my second career, having spent over 30 years in corporate banking.  I will be beginning my sixth year at OSM, once again serving as a full-time substitute teacher for grades PreK through 8th Grade.  I have also served as an Academic Supervisor during COVID isolation, a member of the Student Support team, a Pre-K teacher, a BeforeCare teacher, an AfterCare teacher and a teacher in OSM's Summer Camp program most recently teaching Science.