Mr. Tim Cairy
President
Mr. Cairy is a proud St. John Neumann graduate and comes to us after serving over two decades as an administrator at Widener University. His most recent position being the Executive Director of Student Success. He holds a bachelor’s degree in History and master’s degrees in both Public Administration and Secondary Education.
Ms. Kim Eife
Principal
Ms. Eife joined Ss. John Neumann and Maria Goretti Catholic School in September, 2022. She has served in Catholic Education for over 22 years as a classroom teacher, department chair, academic dean, director of high school and principal. Ms. Eife’s educational background includes a Bachelor of Science degree from Temple University and a Master of Science degree from Drexel University.…
Mr. Justin Huckel
Assistant Principal of Academic Affairs
Mr. Huckel started teaching for the Archdiocese of Philadelphia in 2010 after graduating from La Salle University with bachelor’s degrees in Secondary Education and Spanish. Most recently, he served as World Languages Department Chair at Father Judge High School where he taught Spanish for twelve years, strongly embracing Salesian Spirituality. He is currently completing his master’s degree in Educational Leadership at St.…
Mr. Benjamin Hemsley
Assistant Principal of Student Life
Mr. Hemsley is a graduate of Berklee College of Music and Boston University. In addition to his degrees in education Mr. Hemsley has earned a professional certificate in musical composition from the European American Musical Alliance in conjunction with L’Ecole Normale du Musique in Paris, FR. He has spent the last 17 years teaching ensemble music, composition, and music technology to Philadelphia area music students.…
Ms. Denise Arrigale
Tuition Officer
Denise is a lifelong South Philadelphia resident, a 1984 graduate of St Maria Goretti HS and a proud parent of three Neumann Goretti graduates. She has worked in the Tuition Office since 2013 and her role includes collections, billing and financial aid coordinator.
Denise is a graduate of LaSalle University with a bachelor’s degree in Accounting.…
Mr. Kenneth Brightcliffe
Assistant Principal of Student Services
Mr. Brightcliffe is a Holy Family University graduate. He joined Neumann-Goretti in 2023 after beginning his teaching career in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia teaching at the grade school level. He initially joined the NG community as a teacher and has taught in our Social Studies and Theology departments. Mr. Brightcliffe is currently pursuing his master’s degree in Educational Leadership from Saint Joseph’s University.
Dr. Marc Caserio
Director of Athletics
Dr. Caserio is a proud graduate of St. John Neumann High School (class of 1995) and brings 16 years of Athletic Management to the position with eight years as an Athletic Director.
“I am honored to return to my Alma Mater and to serve my community of South Philadelphia,” said Dr. Caserio.…
Ms. Angelina Graves
Director of Campus Ministry
Ms. Graves is a graduate of The University of Tampa with bachelor’s degrees in Applied Dance and Human Performance with a concentration in Exercise Physiology. After college, she served two years as a missionary with Christ in the City both in their Denver and Philadelphia locations serving the poor and participating in formation. In her spare time she volunteers with a Catholic Art Collective, Arthouse2B, based in New York City, assisting with donor engagement and developmental efforts.…
Ms. Nikki Kane
Director Institutional Advancement
Nikki is a dynamic professional specializing in Development and Marketing within the Catholic sector. A proud 2008 graduate of Ss. Neumann Goretti and an alumna of Temple University, Nikki brings a wealth of experience in Nonprofit Event Planning and Fundraising from her recent role at the Legacy of Life Foundation.
A South Philadelphia native, Nikki comes from a storied lineage: She is the daughter of a 6th generation longshoreman and the granddaughter of Mary Kane, the pioneering first gym teacher and basketball coach at St.…
Ms. Anastasia Korbal
Director of Admissions
Ms. Korbal is a South Philly native and is thrilled to be back! Although she did not attend SNG herself, the Saints pride runs deep in her family as her mom, aunts, and uncles are all proud alumni of St. Maria Goretti and St. John Neumann, respectively.
Ms. Korbal comes to Neumann Goretti after beginning her career in the Widener University Undergraduate Admissions Office.…
Mr. Martin Waring
Director of Accounting
Mr. Waring brings over 20 years of accounting and financial experience to Ss Neumann-Goretti High School. He has served in senior-level accounting roles in a variety of industries, including consulting, pharmaceuticals, non-profit organizations, and government. Mr. Waring holds an MBA from Eastern University.
