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I was born in Aurora Illinois in the 1940’s near the end of the Second World War. My father immigrated from Italy in the 1920’s. My mother was born in Missouri, but moved to Aurora when she was four. I am the third of a family of five, having two older sisters and a younger brother and sister. We all went to a Catholic grade school and Catholic high schools. I joined the Daughters of Charity in 1961 and after my college degree was sent to Los Angeles to teach. I have taught in Southern California, but also taught in Price Utah and here at SVdP in the 1970’s. I became principal in 1983 and have been in administration in two schools in Los Angeles and now here at SVdP.

I like to read, embroider, walk and work in the garden.

A born and raised Texan, I moved to Arizona in 2018 with my husband and two kids, Noah and Sarah, and our three dogs. I graduated from the University of Texas- Pan American with a Bachelors in Psychology and a minor in Business Administration. Shortly after graduating, I earned my teaching certificate in Elementary Education with a Bilingual certification. I have taught grades 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th and was then promoted to an Academic Counselor/Testing coordinator and a few years later became an Assistant Principal. Prior to moving to Arizona, my husband and I were actively involved in our parish serving in mass regularly and leading youth programs.

After moving to Arizona, I enrolled at Northern Arizona University where I earned my masters degree in Educational Leadership-Principal K-12. As I begin my 19th year in education, I am excited to continue transforming lives at St. Vincent de Paul where I believe every child deserves the best education while developing a solid catholic foundation.

When I am not working, I enjoy spending time with my family, hiking, or watching movies.

Alex Hinrichsen joined St. Vincent de Paul in 2024 as Assistant Principal. He will use his prior experience as a School Counselor and Dean of Students to highlight character education and foster a safe and nurturing environment to increase student achievement.

Mr. Hinrichsen earned his undergraduate degree in Psychology from the University of Nebraska. Upon graduating Mr. Hinrichsen worked for Tucson Unified School District, prior to completing his graduate degree in School Counseling from the University of Nebraska.

Mr. Hinrichsen has over ten years of educational experience spanning K-12 and university with a specific concentration in social-emotional learning and behavioral statistics. He has been responsible for writing and implementing new curricula in Nebraska and Arizona for Social and Emotional Learning and Career and Technical Education.

Prior to coming to SVdP, Mr. Hinrichsen was the Men’s Dean of Students at Salpointe Catholic High School in Tucson. Mr. Hinrichsen looks forward to working with our SVdP families to ensure their child’s success.

In his spare time, Mr. Hinrichsen enjoys running, hiking, cooking, and traveling internationally.

Glocelyn M. Rahaman is honored to serve as the Assistant Principal for Instruction at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic School. She began her journey here as a 4th-grade teacher six years ago. Before moving to the United States, Glocelyn served as an Elementary School Principal for nine years in the Philippines, where she led the Association of Educators in her district, championing its leadership and initiatives. This is her 28th year in the field of education.

Deeply inspired by the charism of the Daughters of Charity, Mrs. Rahaman also serves as the moderator for the Vincentian Marian Youth (VMY), alongside her administrative role, guiding students in deepening their spiritual journey through the teachings of St. Vincent de Paul and the Blessed Mother. She is excited to contribute to the ongoing growth and mission of St. Vincent de Paul Catholic School and enjoys working alongside its dedicated faculty, staff, students, and families.

Mrs. Rahaman holds a Bachelor's degree, a Master of Education (MaEd), and a Ph.D. from St. Paul University Philippines. Currently, she is pursuing her M.Ed. in School Administration with a concentration in Catholic Education at the University of Mary in Bismarck, North Dakota, through the Catholic School Leadership Institute (CSLI) of the Diocese of Phoenix. This program has helped her refine her leadership skills and deepen her commitment to Catholic education.

She comes from a family of educators—both her parents are retired teachers. Her father was a Principal, and her mother was a third-grade teacher. When she’s not working, Glocelyn enjoys cooking, traveling, and watching documentaries and Marvel movies with her husband.