Leadership

Jessica Lopez is assistant principal at St. Martin de Porres Catholic School

Jessica Lopez

Principal

Jessica Lopez has had a long career with Independence Mission Schools and St. Martin de Porres, this year marking her 12th year with the organization. Now in her second year as Principal, she brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to her role. Ms. Lopez previously served as the Assistant Principal after nine years teaching second grade at SMdP. She graduated from Little Flower Catholic High School for Girls and earned her bachelor’s degree in early childhood education from Temple University.

Jess recently earned her Master’s Degree through the Alliance for Catholic Education’s Remick Leadership Program, a master’s program for Catholic school leaders at the University of Notre Dame. Having benefited from a Catholic school education herself, she is dedicated to building loving partnerships with families and providing positive educational experiences to the students of St. Martin de Porres. In her free time, Jess enjoys reading, trying new restaurants, and going to the beach.

Aaron Walker, Dean of Students and Director of Operations, St. Martin de Porres Catholic School

Frank Neblett

Dean of Students and Director of Athletics

Franklin Neblett, a North Philadelphia native and alumni of SMDP (Class of 2012) is entering his second year with Independence Mission Schools and St. Martin de Porres, and will be beginning his first year in the role of Dean of Students and Director of Athletics. Franklin previously taught Social and Emotional Learning in SMDP’s Specials Department and is also assistant coach of our varsity boy’s basketball team.

Franklin is currently completing his Bachelor of Arts in General/Biblical Studies from Lancaster Bible College. In his free time, Franklin enjoys reading, gardening, sports, and a part-time career in the performing arts.

Our Advisory Council

The Friends of St. Martin de Porres School Advisory Council volunteer their expertise; donate their time, talents, and money; and actively raise funds for the school. We are indebted to them for helping us achieve our goals.

Advisory Council Members

Anthony Abron

James E. Andrews

Maria M. Carrillo

Al Chadwick

William Curtis

Ann DeLaura

Father Edward Hallinan, Emeritus Member

Martin Heldring

Letitia Holloway-Owens

Brian McElwee

Father Addisalem Mekonnen

Anna Norman

Bruce Peacock

Marc Richman

Joe Stapleton

Bud Tosti

Michael Young