07/29/2026
🚨Our new Vice Principal alert! A note from Mrs. Gazewood➡️ Dear OLG Families, Faculty, and Staff,
As a member of the wonderful Our Lady of Guadalupe community, I am absolutely thrilled—and deeply
honored—to be stepping into a new role as your Vice Principal!
OLG is not just where I work; it is my home. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of serving our community
as a fellow parishioner, experiencing the magic of OLG firsthand as the proud parent of an OLG graduate,
shepherding young Guadalupan as a first-grade teacher, and working closely with many of our children as
our Learning Support Specialist. Since my heart is so deeply invested in our students’ diverse learning
needs, I will continue overseeing our tiered support services and providing targeted math support for our
1st–5th graders alongside my new leadership duties.
Bringing Notre Dame’s Best to OLG ☘
To prepare for this transition, I am spending part of my summer under the Golden Dome at the University of
Notre Dame, participating in the Remick Leadership Program for Catholic school leaders. My time
collaborating with phenomenal educators from across the globe has been deeply inspiring. I am focusing
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Inclusive & Supportive Leadership: Ensuring every student has the structured support and
encouragement they need to thrive.
Whole-Child Development & SEL: Integrating Social-Emotional Learning strategies that nurture
emotional resilience, empathy, and academic success.
Vibrant School Culture: Celebrating our mission and strengthening the close bond between our
parish and school community.
Academic Excellence: Bringing home data-driven instructional strategies to empower our fantastic
teachers.
Ready for the Journey Ahead
While my day-to-day responsibilities are growing, my commitment to the OLG community remains as strong
as ever. I am returning to West Seattle with a full heart, fresh inspiration, and a deep gratitude for this
community that has given my own family so much.
I can’t wait to welcome our children back to school this fall and partner with you all in this new way. Enjoy
the rest of your summer!
Our Lady of Guadalupe, pray for us!
With joy,
Mrs. G.