As we wrap up the school year, we have some employees who will be ending their time at Saint Ursula Academy.  As much as we will miss these members of our community, we are also so thankful for our time with them.  We know that their impact will last beyond their days here.  

RETIRING

Andrea Brunsman ‘90 (6 years at SUA):  Andrea has lovingly and joyfully served our community as the Vice President of Ursuline Identity, and most recently, as Campus Minister.  She has shared her deep commitment to the Ursuline charisms with students, inspiring their own personal faith and love of God.

Patrice Eby (15 years at SUA):  In her role as Executive Assistant to the President, Patrice has worked closely alongside Lelia Kramer, skillfully leading the coordination of countless events and experiences for the SUA community. 

Lelia Kramer ‘77 (31 years at SUA):  Lelia’s authentic and compassionate leadership has shaped the lives of countless students, faculty, staff, and families, leaving a lasting impact on Saint Ursula Academy.  After serving the Ursulines of Cincinnati as their business manager, she brought that same deep commitment to her role as President, faithfully guiding SUA’s mission each day with students always at the center of every decision. 

Laura Roman (8 years at SUA):  Serving as Senior Director of Counseling and Family Resources, Laura has ensured that every student has access to student-centered, thoughtful, high-quality counseling support through her leadership of the Counseling Department. 

Barb Siegel (46 years at SUA):  Barb has taught generations of students at SUA.  Most of us know her as an Educational Services teacher, a role that she has held for the last 31 years.  Prior to that, she taught in the Science Department for 15 years and served as the Science Department Chair.  Her students appreciate how she can make complex concepts and problems understandable through her calm, clear explanations.

CHANGES AND BEYOND SUA

Melinda Gilb will serve as an SUA Educational Services Teacher starting in the 2026-2027 school year after finishing her training as an intervention specialist.

Lily McBreen will be transitioning to a different aspect of her nursing career after taking good care of our students for the last four years.  

Claire O’Connell will pursue her career in biology after earning her PhD in Sensory Biology and Behavior this past year.  

Catie Sherman will celebrate her wedding this summer and move to California to continue her teaching career.