Leadership
Jessica Lopez
Principal
Jessica is beginning her 11th year with Independence Mission Schools (IMS) and St. Martin de Porres (SMdP) and is excited to begin her first year as Principal. Jessica 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 is currently furthering her education through the Alliance for Catholic Education’s Remick Leadership Program, a Masters program for Catholic school leaders at the University of Notre Dame. Having benefited from a Catholic school education herself, Jess is dedicated to building loving partnerships with families and providing positive educational experiences to the students of St. Martin de Porres.
Aaron Walker
Dean of Students and Director of Operations
Aaron is in his sixth year with Independence Mission Schools. Born in Wilmington, DE, he graduated from Wilmington University and earned his Master’s degree at Anderson University, a Christian-based school in Indiana. Raised in an urban setting, Aaron was blessed to overcome many obstacles in his life. Therefore, he works hard to give back to his community and provide opportunities for young scholars to persevere and achieve success. Aaron is pursuing his Doctorate in Educational Leadership at Saint Joseph’s University. In his free time, he enjoys exploring the outdoors and traveling with family.
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