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The journey to OLP, Moreau Catholic High School

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Academic Assembly

Academic Assembly

1PETER FRANCIS SMITH-SHELLEY Director of Holy Cross Mission

When I think of Lauren Lek, as a leader, as a game changer, as a Holy Cross Educator, as a woman of deep faith, as a Mariner, I am reminded of our Founder and Namesake, Blessed Basil Moreau words of encouragement, to consider the great reward promised to those who have taught the truth to others and have helped form them into justice: “They will shine eternally in the skies like the stars of the heavens.” With the hope of this glory, we must generously complete the Lord’s work.

Lauren has devoted her professional life to passionately completing the Lord’s work. Her time at Moreau Catholic, first as a student, then returning as a teacher, then administrator and finally principal still shines with those who had the that shine for many years and fondly remember Lauren’s devotion, her work ethic, her vision for educating the hearts and minds of Mariners as well as providing daily inspiration and focus for our faculty and staff. Lauren is a demanding leader, but always with warmth and gentleness of spirit. Her organizational skills are legendary. Her laugh is infectious.mHer commitment to family is unbounding. Her love of prayer is grace filled.

Though some years have transpired since her vocation as a Holy Cross educator, I know she has continued that vocation with being Head of school at Academy of Our Lady of Peace. It is not surprising at all that she has been chosen as a recipient of the 2023 Woman of Accomplishment in San Diego. Our entire Moreau Catholic community sends our congratulations and heartfelt admiration for a true Mariner. Blessings.

ANN KHRISTINE TABORA Director of Campus Ministry

After 37 years as an educator in various capacities: elementary, secondary teacher, principal, collegiate Campus Minister and now the Director of Campus Ministry at Moreau Catholic High School for 17 years now, Lauren ranks as an educator who inspires!

When she was the Principal at Moreau Catholic, I remember her cultivating our student’s character, having persistence, developing core values and displaying courage. I distinctly remember Lauren coming into the Campus Ministry Leadership class saying to my students “become a leader who values people of character”. In other words, develop your own character and seek to surround yourself with like-minded people who can join you on your journey to becoming a better person and leader.

Lauren is the epitome of what it means to be a scholar. I admire her insatiable desire to learn. She always encouraged our continued growth as a person and as a leader. With knowledge comes creativity, wit, and wisdom to engage and influence our world. After all, if you want to increase your sphere of influence, you have to develop a commitment to learning.

I can go on and on about Lauren! Here are my top 5 reasons to love Lauren as a person, as an educator and as a leader:

5. She is compassionate in everything she does.

4. She has a “can do” mind-set.

3. She is inclusive.

2. She is clear about the mission (vision).

1. She is a woman of deep faith.

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