Middle School
- Sixth Grade - Ms. Liliana Romero
- Mrs. Jean Conrad Seventh Grade
- Seventh Grade - Mrs. Maureen Havel
- Eighth Grade - Mrs. Karen Mraz
- Accelerated Math Grades Seventh and Eighth - Mr. Ed Pawley
- School Supply Lists
Ms. Liliana Romero , Sixth Grade
I am a Davis local who attended St James Elementary School. I attended UC Davis and received a Bachelors in English Lit., an Elementary Credential, and a Masters of Education. In my spare time, I love to go social dancing (Lindy Hop, Balboa, West Coast Swing, Brazillian Zouk,etc.). I also sings for the Latin mass at St Mary's every third Sunday.
Mrs. Jean Conrad Seventh Grade
As a child, I grew up in New York City and was very lucky to have family on both coasts. I earned my BA in Math at Queens College-CUNY and began teaching in 1979. In 1981 I moved to Vacaville to be closer with family here. I spent my first few years commuting from Vacaville while teaching part time at University of California Davis. I then journeyed onward in my career as a teacher at Davis High School, Woodland High School as well as in Land Park at Holy Spirit School. In 2002, I became a teacher at Will C Wood High School teaching in the Math department and working as Math Coach and Department Chair until my retirement in 2018.
I have been enjoying my retirement, and have caught up on my reading. I love gardening and my spending time in my backyard. I am an avid music fan listening mostly to 60s (Motown) to the 90's (Alternative). My husband and I just celebrated our 40th wedding anniversary and are lucky to have our 2 children living close by. I love my dogs almost as much as I love my family-especially my 4 grandchildren.
When I found myself missing students and the energy that you can only find in a classroom, I made my way back to Notre Dame School, where both of my children attended. The sense of community and emphasis on traditional Catholic values has never changed over the years. I am very happy to be spending time here at NDS.
Mrs. Maureen Havel , Seventh Grade
Hello! My name is Maureen Havel, and I am excited to join Notre Dame School as the middle school science teacher! I attended Saint Mary's College of Notre Dame (IN), where I studied education and earned a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology. I recently completed a Master of Health Administration from University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. I am originally from the Midwest and grew up in the suburbs of Chicago. I attended Catholic school from first grade through undergraduate college, which helped shape my love of learning, my passion for education, and deep appreciation for the Catholic values in our everyday lives.
In the summer of 2024, my family and I moved to Vacaville from Arkansas. I am a proud mom to three sons, including a stepson in college and two younger boys who both attend Notre Dame. Outside of school, I enjoy exploring Northern California, reading, gardening, embroidery, learning to sew, and watching baseball and college football (Go Irish!).
Fun fact: I attended a Notre Dame elementary school in Illinois, so joining the Notre Dame community feels like coming home to me!
Mrs. Karen Mraz , Eighth Grade
Hello! My name is Karen Mraz, and I have had the privilege of teaching at Notre Dame School since 2007. I earned my Bachelor of Arts Degree at California State University, Sacramento, and received my California Clear Multiple Subject Teaching Credential at Chapman University. I have always enjoyed working with children and have been doing so since I started teaching Catechism Classes at St. Mary’s Parish as a teenager. I grew up in Vacaville and have been a member of Saint Mary’s and Saint Joseph Parishes for many years. The Notre Dame community is very important to me. All three of my children attended Notre Dame from Kindergarten through Eighth Grade. When I am not in the classroom, I spend my time reading, watching F1 racing, and visiting historical sites and museums. I enjoy bringing my experiences with history into the classroom.
Mr. Ed Pawley , Accelerated Math Grades Seventh and Eighth
I grew up in New Jersey. After high school, I went to culinary school and earned my degree in culinary arts. I moved to California in 1977 to go to college. I earned my BS in Computer Science with a minor in Mathematics from the University of San Francisco. I began teaching at Holy Spirit Fairfield in 1984 and have been at Notre Dame Vacaville since 1992. I also own and operate Math Masters Learning Centers. Welcome to 6th, 7th, & 8th grade Mathematics! I enjoy teaching Math very much. My first priority is for you to enjoy my class. It goes by so fast, just ask anyone at school. I start class every day with a riddle or thinking skill designed to be fun! Your job is to be an aggressive learner. Make me work too!! Yes, I get to work with you for three years in a row. I find it very rewarding to take you from Basic Math through Algebra (Math 1). We will both work together, just like a coach, to prepare you for High School!
School Supply Lists
Please see the list below regarding the supply lists for your child’s class. Please contact their teacher should there be any questions.