Mr. Tony Ertel

My path to becoming an elementary school principal was not a conventional one! After graduating with an undergraduate degree in History from Franciscan University in Steubenville, I spent several years working for Franciscan's study abroad program in Austria. I then worked as the Assistant Director of Student Life at the University of Mary in Bismarck, ND. It was from there that I earned a Master's Degree in Business Management. In 2013 I moved to Cincinnati and worked with the Dynamic Catholic Institute to "re-energize the Catholic Church in America." Then in 2015, with my education and experience working for various Catholic, mission-driven organizations, I discovered the perfect role for me and became an elementary school principal at Annunciation School in Clifton. After 5 years at Annunciation, I joined the St. Bernard Community. I love St. Bernard's family-like community, its commitment to an authentic Catholic culture, and the opportunity I have here to guide young people to Christ. I am grateful to God that I can serve as the Principal and that my own children also have the opportunity to learn and grow in this incredible community!