Merrilee Silveira ’88

• (925) 686-5353 x312
• msilveira@carondeleths.org

I’m a proud Carondelet alumna, born and raised in the East Bay. My journey, from Catholic elementary classrooms to science labs and academic leadership, reflects my deep commitment to Catholic education and the holistic formation of young women. I’ve served in a variety of roles at Carondelet since 2011, and since 2017, I’ve led our Academic & Learning Support program, building a comprehensive system grounded in individualized plans, collaboration, and care.

I hold a Master’s in Organizational Leadership with an emphasis in Sustainability, a B.S. in Health Sciences, and a California Professional Clear Multiple Subject Credential from Saint Mary’s College, along with a CLAD certificate. Over the past two decades, I’ve had the privilege of serving students, families, and faculty in ways that continue to shape my own growth as an educator and leader.

Outside of school, I enjoy time with my family, hiking with my Goldendoodle Pici, tending my garden, and planning my next adventure. I’m also a lifelong learner and avid reader—this year’s stack includes Atomic Habits by James Clear, Hacking Deficit Thinking by Byron McClure and Kelsie Reed, The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt, Attention Span by Gloria Mark, and Outlive by Peter Attia.

Through these years of experience, I’ve come to believe that the most meaningful academic support begins with relationships, evolves through listening, and takes root in environments where every student feels known, valued, and encouraged to grow. That’s the work I love—and the work I feel called to do each day at Carondelet.