Hugh Keenan
White Plains
Summary
Accomplished educational leader with over 30 years of experience, blending traditional pedagogical excellence with innovative technology integration. Proven track record in driving institutional growth, managing large-scale technology implementations, and leading successful organizational transformations reflects a commitment to fostering academic success. Expertise includes educational administration, curriculum development, and change management across diverse educational environments, supported by a strong foundation in leadership and strategic planning to meet evolving educational needs. Renowned for cultivating collaborative environments and enhancing student learning outcomes through effective program implementation and community engagement initiatives.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Upper School Principal
Annunciation School
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Designed and launched comprehensive summer camp and extended day program, creating new revenue streams and expanded student services
- Led technology modernization initiative across 13 classrooms, enhancing teaching capabilities and student engagement
- Restructured middle school curriculum to align with contemporary educational standards and best practices
- Implemented robust network security infrastructure, ensuring safe and reliable technology access school-wide
- Managed upper school operations including student discipline, staff supervision, and parent communications
Principal
St. Margaret of Cortona School
01.2010 - 01.2024
- Transformed Universal Pre-Kindergarten program from 12 to 84 students, representing 600% enrollment growth
- Successfully integrated hundreds of students and dozens of staff members from four consolidating schools
- Supervised the largest improvement in academic proficiency metrics in over a decade
- Expanded physical classroom capacity to accommodate growing enrollment and diverse program needs
- Extended technology infrastructure for both instructional staff and students, modernizing learning environments
- Oversaw major capital improvements including complete roof replacement and comprehensive classroom enhancements
- Maintained hands-on teaching responsibilities in middle school mathematics, grammar, science, and algebra
Principal
St. Joseph's School
01.2005 - 01.2010
- Led implementation of first school-wide SMART Board technology initiative from Pre-K through 8th grade
- Successfully integrated students from neighboring school closure, ensuring seamless educational transition
- Managed comprehensive school operations for 200 students and 25 staff members
- Oversaw annual budget of $3 million, ensuring fiscal responsibility and strategic resource allocation
- Maintained academic excellence standards while implementing innovative technology integration
Assistant Superintendent
Archdiocese of New York, Superintendent of Schools Office
01.1998 - 01.2005
- Managed Mandated Services reimbursement claims for 298 schools (243 elementary, 55 high schools) with New York State Education Department
- Oversaw budget operations that grew from $12 million to over $20 million during tenure
- Created comprehensive databases and implemented electronic submission platforms, streamlining administrative processes for school principals
- Administered Archdiocesan email communication system serving 348 users across all schools and administrative offices
Assistant Principal
Sacred Heart High School
01.1996 - 01.1998
- Managed master scheduling for 300 students and 30 staff members
- Implemented electronic record-keeping systems for attendance, grades, and administrative functions
- Coordinated end-of-term grade processing and report card distribution
Assistant Principal/Teacher
Sacred Heart/Mt. Carmel School for the Arts
01.1994 - 01.1996
- Taught integrated mathematics and science curriculum for grades 5-8 utilizing advanced educational technologies
- Served as building administrator for Middle School Campus
- Automated student and staff record systems, modernizing administrative operations
Teacher
Immaculate Conception School
01.1992 - 01.1994
- Delivered departmental mathematics instruction for grades 5-8
- Organized fundraising initiatives including St. Jude Math-A-Thon
- Published newsletter for 66 Catholic schools in Westchester and Putnam counties
Education
Master of Education - Curriculum and Technology
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ01.2003
Bachelor of Computer Science and Information Systems - undefined
Pace University
Pleasantville, NY01.2001
Skills
- Educational Leadership
- Institutional Growth & Transformation
- Curriculum Development & Implementation
- Student Achievement & Assessment
- Staff Integration & Development
- Technology Integration
- Educational Technology Planning
- Network Infrastructure & Security
- Database Design & Management
- Digital Learning Environments
- Operational Excellence
- Multi-site Program Management
- Budget Planning & Capital Projects
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Change Management & Process Improvement
- Professional Leadership
- Board Governance & Strategic Planning
- Professional Development & Presentation
- Industry Collaboration & Networking
- Policy Development & Implementation
- Staff management
- Instructional leadership
- Ethical leadership
- Student engagement
Accomplishments
- Program Growth: Expanded Pre-K enrollment by 600% while maintaining quality standards
- Professional Leadership: Served 15 years on CSAANYS Board, including 8 years as Vice President
- Industry Recognition: Multiple presenter at national NCEA and state CSAANYS conferences
- Budget Management: Oversaw budgets ranging from $3 million to $20+ million with proven fiscal responsibility
- System Innovation: Created electronic platforms that streamlined administrative processes for 298+ schools
Affiliations
- Board Member & Vice President
- Catholic School Administrators Association of New York State (CSAANYS) | 15 years total, including 8 years as Vice President
- Professional Presenter
- National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) Annual Convention - Multiple presentations
- Catholic School Administrators Association of New York State (CSAANYS) - Multiple local presentations
- Professional Memberships
- Association of Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD)
- International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE)
- National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM)
- National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Timeline
Upper School Principal
Annunciation School
01.2024 - 01.2025
Principal
St. Margaret of Cortona School
01.2010 - 01.2024
Principal
St. Joseph's School
01.2005 - 01.2010
Assistant Superintendent
Archdiocese of New York, Superintendent of Schools Office
01.1998 - 01.2005
Assistant Principal
Sacred Heart High School
01.1996 - 01.1998
Assistant Principal/Teacher
Sacred Heart/Mt. Carmel School for the Arts
01.1994 - 01.1996
Teacher
Immaculate Conception School
01.1992 - 01.1994
Bachelor of Computer Science and Information Systems - undefined
Pace University
Master of Education - Curriculum and Technology
University of Phoenix
Disclaimer
References and portfolio of work available upon request
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