New superintendent of Catholic schools announced!
Sarah Grey
March 20, 2025
Bishop Walkowiak is pleased to announce the appointment of Sarah Grey as the next superintendent of Catholic schools in the Diocese of Grand Rapids. Her selection follows an extensive search of both internal and external candidates conducted by a committee of diocesan and community leaders.
She will begin on July 1 following the retirement of Dave Faber who has served as superintendent of Catholic schools for 15 years. With four consecutive years of enrollment growth, Catholic schools in the Diocese of Grand Rapids are in a strong position as this transition occurs.
Grey has twenty years of experience in Catholic school education. She began her career as a middle school teacher at Guardian Angels Catholic School in Denver, Colorado, before becoming assistant principal at Annunciation Catholic School and principal at Assumption Catholic School in Denver, Colorado. Grey has served as assistant superintendent for Catholic schools in the Diocese of Grand Rapids since the fall of 2020.
“Sarah has dedicated her career to advancing Catholic education and I am confident that she will continue to make our Catholic schools places where students come to know, love and serve God, and grow in their Catholic faith, identity and mission,” said Most Reverend David J. Walkowiak, bishop of Grand Rapids.
“I look forward to building on the strong legacy established by Dave and working with Bishop Walkowiak to ensure our schools remain integrated in the evangelizing mission of the diocese,” said Grey, following her appointment. “Catholic schools are transformational, and I am grateful for the opportunity to lead while supporting pastors, principals, teachers, students, and the greater Catholic community as we work together for the continued growth and pursuit of excellence in our Catholic schools.”
In her role, Grey will provide proactive leadership for the 31 Catholic elementary and secondary schools in the diocese. The superintendent assists educators in integrating the Catholic faith with the learning process and ensures excellence in Catholic school education by implementing strategic plans and policies.
Grey grew up in Toledo, Ohio, where she attended Catholic schools from preschool through 12th grade. She received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Notre Dame with a major in anthropology and a minor in education schooling and society. Grey also has two master’s degrees from the University of Notre Dame, a Master of Education conferred through the University’s Alliance for Catholic Education program, and a Master in Educational Leadership through the highly-acclaimed Mary Ann Remick Leadership Program.
About
Catholic schools in the Diocese of Grand Rapids are an alliance of 31 vibrant learning communities serving more than 6,400 elementary and high school students throughout West Michigan. Our schools inspire young people to grow in Catholic faith and
grace, achieve more in school and in life, develop creativity and character, and feel welcomed and cherished for their unique gifts. We partner with parents to awaken the whole child to a world of light and life—that grows better and brighter when children reach their potential.
The Diocese of Grand Rapids serves more than 179,371 Catholics, 79 parishes and 31 schools in an 11-county area of West Michigan. For additional information visit our website grdiocese.org. Connect with the diocese on Facebook (Diocese of Grand Rapids), Twitter (@GRDiocese), and Instagram (@GRDiocese).