Notre Dame Academy Los Angeles
Christine Lagrimas has extensive experience in education and leadership roles. Christine most recently worked at Notre Dame Academy Los Angeles as the Assistant Head of School for Academics, where they oversaw curricula, instructional practices, and faculty development. Prior to that, they served as the Staff Development and Curriculum Specialist at the same school. Lagrimas also worked at Cathedral Catholic High School as the Director of Activities, responsible for managing campus activities and teaching a leadership course. Earlier in their career, they were an English Teacher, Academic Guidance Counselor, Curriculum Development Leader, and Testing Coordinator at Ramona Convent Secondary School. Lagrimas began their career at St. Christopher School, teaching Junior High Language Arts and leading student council/leadership activities.
Christine Lagrimas began their education at Ramona Convent Secondary School, where they completed their secondary education from 1986 to 1990. Christine then attended Creighton University from 1990 to 1994, earning a Bachelor's Degree in English Language and Literature. Subsequently, Lagrimas pursued further education at California State Polytechnic University-Pomona, where they obtained a Master's Degree in English Language and Literature from 1994 to 1996. Later, they attended UCSD Extension in 2013 and 2014 to obtain CLAD and Clear Credential Certification in Secondary Education and Teaching.
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Notre Dame Academy Los Angeles
Notre Dame Academy (Los Angeles, CA) is a Catholic, college-preparatory high school dedicated to educating young women to make a difference by living Gospel values. Devoted to educating young women to make a difference, Notre Dame Academy nurtures the development of the whole person, by recognizing the dignity, uniqueness and potential of each student. As a Catholic school, Notre Dame Academy encourages students to integrate learning and living in light of the Gospel message. In the spirit of St. Julie Billiart, and in the educational tradition and charism of the Sisters of Notre Dame, the Academy provides a warm and welcoming atmosphere that reflects God’s goodness and provident care. Named for Mary, the Mother of God, Notre Dame Academy honors Mary’s spirit of prayer and generosity and sets it as a model for students to emulate. In light of Church teaching, Notre Dame Academy acknowledges that parents/guardians are the primary educators of their children and therefore partners with them to promote the growth of each student. Committed to forming women of faith, Notre Dame Academy cultivates an environment in which students are empowered to live Catholic values, witness to God’s goodness and provident care, and put their faith into action. The educational program, which promotes excellence, includes a value-centered, rigorous, college preparatory curriculum, enhanced by technology and extra-curricular activities. Notre Dame Academy strives to develop the academic and leadership potential of each student and provides the tools to develop self-confidence, set meaningful goals and take the initiative to achieve them. Celebrating its rich heritage and diversity, Notre Dame Academy cherishes each student as a reflection of God’s goodness and prepares her to lead a life characterized by spiritual and moral growth, academic excellence, social responsibility and a love of learning.