July 17, 2024 at 3:06 p.m.
SCC announces two additions to leadership team
Saratoga Central Catholic School in Saratoga Springs recently announced two significant additions to its leadership team. Beginning this month, Tiffany Farrell will assume the role of high school assistant principal, and Maria Izzo, ‘84, will take on the role of middle school assistant principal.
“It has been a privilege working closely with these two exceptional educators over the past two years,” said Principal Christopher Signor, ’84. “With their administrative assistance, SCC is poised to enter into a new era of major innovations in Catholic identity, curriculum and instruction, student achievement, increased enrollment, and fiscal stability.”
Tiffany Farrell
Farrell brings a wealth of experience and dedication to her new role. She is currently finishing her master’s degree, holds bachelor’s degrees from the University at Albany and Empire State College, and spent four years at Architecture School at the University of Detroit Mercy. Farrell is entering her eighth year at SCC, having previously spent 10 years teaching at La Salle Institute in Troy.
Her leadership roles at SCC have been numerous and impactful. She has served as the Math Department Chair, head of the Math Department diocesan-wide, Testing Coordinator, Technology Liaison, and a member of the Diocesan Accreditation Steering Committee. Outside of her professional life, Farrell is supported by her husband and two children. Her daughter, Natalie, is an alumnus of SCC from the Class of 2019, and her son, Aiden, will soon be entering the 11th grade at SCC.
In addition to her professional qualifications, Farrell’s personal commitment to the school community has been unwavering. Her dedication to education and leadership will undoubtedly contribute to the continued success and growth of Saratoga Central Catholic School.
Maria Izzo
Izzo, a proud alumnus of Saratoga Central Catholic Class of 1984, brings a rich history of educational excellence and leadership to her new role. Izzo holds a master of arts in education/liberal studies from the State University of New York at Plattsburgh and a bachelor of arts in history/education from Siena College. She also holds a NYS Permanent Certification in Social Studies, Grades 7-12.
Izzo began her teaching career in January 1989 as a fifth-grade teacher at St. Peter’s Elementary School. By the fall of 1989, she joined Saratoga Central Catholic, where she has made significant contributions ever since.
Her leadership roles at SCC have been extensive, including serving as Dean of Students from 2014-23, Coordinator of Student Activities, and Social Studies Department Head. She has also chaired subcommittees for the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools Accreditation and the Cognia Accreditation at SCC.
Izzo’s dedication to education and community has been recognized through numerous awards and achievements. She was honored as a Woman of Distinction by NYS Assemblyperson Carrie Woerner in May 2023 and received the Outstanding Educator of the Year Award from Saratoga Southern YMCA in May 2013. Additionally, she has been recognized with the Diocese of Albany Catholic Schools Service Award for her 25, 30, and 35 years of service.
Beyond her administrative and teaching roles, Izzo has served as Coordinator of Alumni Affairs from 1992-2023 and coached softball, basketball and volleyball at SCC. Her volleyball coaching career spanned 34 years, during which she led her teams to four league championships, one finals appearance, and two semifinals appearances in Class C Section 2. As the Mock Trial Coach since 2008, Izzo has guided the team to four Saratoga County Championships, and in 2013, the team won the Regionals and participated in the NYS Mock Trial Tournament in Albany.
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