(From Joplin Area Catholic Schools)Joplin Area Catholic Schools welcomes Dr. Emily Yoakam as its new director of schools, effective July 1, 2023.
“I am honored to serve the Joplin Area Catholic Schools as its new Director of Schools,” said Yoakam. “I’m excited for the opportunity to support our principals as we work together with our families, parishes, the diocese and our greater Joplin community to further the mission entrusted to us by the Sisters of Mercy – building the legacy of Catholic education, one Warrior at a time.”
She currently serves as principal of St. Peter’s Middle School and McAuley Catholic High School. A role that she began in July 2019. “With her experience in the building-level she has an awareness of needs within our system as well as ideas to continue to promote Catholic education in southwest Missouri,” said Fr. Joe Weidenbenner, pastor at St. Mary Catholic Church.
As principal, she navigated learning for students during the COVID-19 pandemic, has recruited and retained high-level educators and elevated the academic standards for both schools.
As principal, she navigated learning for students during the COVID-19 pandemic, has recruited and retained high-level educators and elevated the academic standards for both schools.
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