XHS Principal, Angela Olson, Moving on from Xavier after 2022-2023 School Year.

Xavier High School principal, Angela Olson, will be moving on from Xavier following the 2022-2023 school year to assume the role of Head of School at Iowa City Regina Catholic Education Center.

Principal Olson has served as an administrator at Xavier for the past 12 years, including the last five years as principal. During her tenure at Xavier, she was instrumental in implementing the XHS Community System which builds relationships with God, connection with others, and enhances a sense of belonging. She launched Xavier's professional learning communities (PLCs) to enhance teacher collaboration and oversaw curriculum alignment. Her lasting legacy will be her relentless focus on always striving to do what is best for students while emphasizing and exemplifying Xavier's core values of faithful, serving, passionate, and 'xceptional.

“For 12 years, Ms. Olson has served with extreme dedication to Xavier’s students, faculty and staff,” states XHS president, Chris McCarville. “We very much appreciate all she has contributed to our school for over a decade. We wish her much success in her new role at Regina and Catholic community in Iowa City.”

Ms. Olson will continue to serve as Xavier’s principal through June 30, 2023. A search for a new principal will commence immediately.

A Message from Ms. Olson...

Dear Xavier Families,

It has been an honor to serve Xavier High School for the last 12 years as both Associate Principal and Principal. I am proud to have had the opportunity to work alongside phenomenal faculty, staff and administrators and with the outstanding support of pastors, parishes, boards and the Xavier Foundation.

I firmly believe that work in Catholic education is a vocation to service. While this was a difficult decision, I am confident that this next step as the Head of School at Iowa City Regina Catholic Education Center is where God has called me to serve.

I am extremely grateful for the trust and support during my time here. Xavier will always hold a special place in my heart and be assured that I will continue to serve the Xavier community with my full commitment through the remainder of the year.

Thank you. It has truly been a privilege to be a part of this community.

-Angela Olson
Principal, Xavier High School