summer 2027. The application window will be open throughout the summer and early fall of 2026, with candidate interviews taking place later in the fall. From there, the Search Committee will bring forward its recommendations in winter 2026, with our goal of having a contract signed by early 2027. We are hopeful we may be able to welcome new leadership even sooner, and we will keep our community informed as the process unfolds.  

The Interim Search Committee (ISC) is actively engaged in the search process and anticipates making a recommendation to the Board of Directors by mid-June.  See below for more detailed updates from the ISC.

as well as parent, alumni, and faculty and staff perspectives. Together, this group is deeply committed to finding the right leader for our community.

1. Jim Brasch `76, board chair, co-chair
2. Karen McLeod, VP of academics, co-chair
3. Amy Sanchez, human resources, non-voting
4. Corrina Kelsey `06, VP of advancement
5. Forrest Higgins `95, faculty and board member
6. Fr. Gilbert Sunghera, SJ, board member
7. Katy Bruya, board member
8. Terri Givens `83, board member
9. Tom McKeirnan `87, foundation board member
10. Leslie O'Neil `88, foundation board member

Other crucial perspectives will be included in the search, including a structured listening tour with key groups connected to Gonzaga Prep.

and bringing forward a final candidate recommendation. The President Search Committee, made up of board members, school leadership, and community representatives, will lead the day-to-day work of the search, from gathering community input to evaluating candidates. Once the committee has completed its process and identified its top candidate or candidates, that recommendation will be brought before the full Board of Directors for a final vote. This structure ensures that the search is both thorough and collaborative.

can lead our school with stability and continuity in the near term, while the permanent search committee is conducting the process of finding the right long-term leader for our community. Having two dedicated committees allows each group to focus on what matters most for their respective roles. As the governing body responsible for hiring the President, the Board of Directors selects the members of both committees, ensuring thoughtful and accountable leadership throughout both the interim and permanent president search processes.

This addition helps ensure broad representation and perspective as the committee continues its important work. Additionally, in an effort to be thoughtful and intentional throughout the interview and discernment process, the ISC has extended the interview timeline. The committee now anticipates bringing a recommendation to the Board of Directors by mid-June.

• Fr Tom Lamanna, SJ `81, committee chair
• Corrina Kelsey `06, vice president of advancement
• Jim Brasch `76, board vhair
• Brandy Browning, vice president of finance
• Sarah Long `09, school counseling department chair
• Leslie O'Neil `88, foundation board member
• Amy Sanchez, human resources, non-voting

We are grateful to the members of the Interim Search Committee who have agreed to serve in this important role:

• Fr Tom Lamanna, SJ, Committee Chair
• Corrina Kelsey, Vice President of Advancement
• Jim Brasch, Board Chair
• Brandy Browning, Vice President of Finance
• Sarah Long, School Counseling Department Chair
• Amy Sanchez, Human Resources, non-voting

The Interim Search Committee has begun its work and will continue moving through the application review and screening process in the weeks ahead, with the goal of providing a recommendation to the Board in early June. Candidates may submit resume and letter of intent to [email protected] by May 18, 2026.

In addition, the Board made two important clarifications this week regarding the search process:

1. Current Gonzaga Prep employees who meet the qualifications are eligible to apply for both the interim president position and the permanent president position.
2. Qualified individuals who apply for or serve in the interim president role may also be considered for the permanent president position.

These decisions reflect the Board’s desire to conduct a fair and thoughtful search process that encourages strong candidates from both within and outside the Gonzaga Prep community.

We remain committed to a transparent and mission-centered process and will continue to provide updates as both the interim and president searches progress. Thank you for your continued support, prayers, and engagement during this important time for Gonzaga Prep.