Diocese of Dallas welcomes Dr. Rebecca Hammel to the community
Dr. Rebecca Hammel has become the new superintendent of Catholic schools in the Diocese of Dallas at the start of the school year. She expresses her enthusiasm for the role, emphasizing her belief in the mission of Catholic education. Hammel brings over 30 years of experience in Catholic education, having worked as a teacher, principal, and administrator. Her father's influence as a lifelong Catholic educator played a significant role in her career choice. She is committed to providing high-quality Catholic education and appreciates the standards set by the Texas Catholic Conference of Bishops.
Mr. Jenkins has served as Director of the Middle School at Dr. Rebecca Hammel has become the new superintendent of Catholic schools in the Diocese of Dallas at the start of the school year. She expresses her enthusiasm for the role, emphasizing her belief in the mission of Catholic education. Hammel brings over 30 years of experience in Catholic education, having worked as a teacher, principal, and administrator. Her father's influence as a lifelong Catholic educator played a significant role in her career choice. She is committed to providing high-quality Catholic education and appreciates the standards set by the Texas Catholic Conference of Bishops.
Hammel aims to meet the diverse needs of the community, emphasizing the importance of understanding and listening to different viewpoints. She believes in unity and collaboration, striving to benefit all students in the diocese. While acknowledging challenges like population growth and funding, she sees the potential of education savings accounts to make Catholic education more accessible. She is excited about the innovative initiatives happening in the Diocese of Dallas, particularly the HALO 139 project, and is motivated to be part of these solutions. During her interactions with administrators and faculty, she observes their strong commitment to the mission of Catholic education.
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