Doug Knorr has been enriching the lives of NativityMiguel students as a volunteer with the Science Firsthand program for over a decade. Science Firsthand runs weekly during the school year on the St. Monica’s Campus. Through Science Firsthand, Doug—who has a degree in teaching, although he never pursued it as a career—gives students the time … Continued
Kathy has been volunteering one day a week with NativityMiguel for more than eight years. She spends most of her time on the St. Monica’s Campus; in fact, she was the first NativityMiguel volunteer to be placed in a regular position at St. Monica’s. Although Kathy wears “many hats,” her primary role is as office … Continued
Martha Buyer volunteers each week as an after-school reading tutor for NativityMiguel Middle School. During weekly meetings, three or four students sit in a circle, snack on fresh fruit, and take turns reading aloud from a chosen book. It’s quiet, relaxing—and in many ways, magical. Martha was inspired to volunteer at NativityMiguel by Peter Heffley, … Continued
Len Coppola began volunteering at NativityMiguel about five years ago, although if you observed him in action, you’d guess it had been much longer. Len has a natural connection to the school’s mission and work. He first became involved with the school through Father Durkin, whom he met through the Southtowns Invitational Track League. NativityMiguel students … Continued
JOB POSTING The NativityMiguel Middle School of Buffalo CAPITAL CAMPAIGN DIRECTOR The NativityMiguel Middle School (nativitymiguelbuffalo.org) is a faith-based middle school transforming the lives of underserved students in a secure and nurturing environment on single gender campuses. In partnership with our families, we deliver a uniquely effective education that includes an extended school … Continued
Jill Marks, NativityMiguel’s Spanish teacher, is remarkable for more than her warm smile and her dedication to the students. For one, she’s a volunteer. As a CPA by day, and with three children spanning in age from college to grammar school, Jill is busy in her personal and professional life. Yet she finds the time … Continued