Academics

Our Faculty

Xaverian teachers serve as much more than teachers; they are mentors - deep listeners and keen observers who get to know and appreciate each student.

As any explorer will tell you, having an experienced guide will dramatically increase one’s chances of success. Xaverian teachers, of which more than 95% have advanced degrees, help students see the obstacles as well as the opportunities ahead, advising them on the best course based on their unique abilities. And Xaverian teachers genuinely know where the students are coming from because many of them were once Xaverian students themselves.

Bright and energetic, caring and accessible, Xaverian teachers are committed to their students’ success.

Faculty Directory

Mr. David Palmieri

Colby College - B.A.
Harvard Divinity School - M.T.S.
Boston College - M.Ed.

Bio

Mr. David Palmieri ’93, P ’23 joined Xaverian in the 1999-2000 school year. He graduated from Colby College in 1997 with a Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies and a minor in Business Administration. He earned a Master of Theological Studies from Harvard Divinity School and also earned a Master of Education from Boston College. Besides teaching theology, Mr. Palmieri is a coach for both cross country and track and field.
Ms. Kristin Penta

English Teacher

Simmons College - M.A.T.
University of Massachusetts - B.A.
Mr. Michael Plunkett

Pennsylvania State University - B.A.
Brooklyn College - M.A.

Bio

Mr. Michael Plunkett joined Xaverian in the 2006-2007 school year. Prior to Xaverian, Mr. Plunkett worked at Cardinal Hayes High School in the South Bronx. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Penn State and a master’s degree from Brooklyn College. Mr. Plunkett coaches the speech and debate team.
Mr. Andrew Press

Boston College - B.A.
Middlebury College - M.A.

Bio

Mr. Andrew Press ’03, joined the Xaverian faculty in the 2007-2008 school year. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Hispanic Studies from the Boston College Honors Program and Master of Arts in Spanish Literature from Middlebury College. Prior to arriving at Xaverian, Mr. Press studied at the Universitat Pompeu Fabra in Barcelona. An avid globetrotter, Mr. Press has lived in Barcelona and Madrid and has traveled with the world languages department and campus ministry to Spain, China, Ecuador, and Italy. Mr. Press also serves as the assistant coach for varsity ultimate disc and as head coach for junior varsity soccer.
Ms. Samantha Purpura

Assistant Director of Admissions

Providence College - B.S.

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"My teachers are awesome. I was never really a big fan of English but Mr. Brodeur, my English teacher, has helped me enjoy going to class. He just makes classes really fun and keeps us engaged. We do different activities, not just reading and writing all the time. It’s one of my favorite classes now."

- Peter T. '26

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Xaverian is a Catholic, college-preparatory school for boys in grades 7-12. As an inclusive community, we embrace diverse experiences and perspectives, welcoming students and families from all faiths and backgrounds. Through exceptional academics, athletics, the arts, faith formation, and service opportunities, we help young men discover their unique gifts and talents so they can share them with a world in need.