Chaplain
Fr. Matthew Schmitz, LC
Father Matthew joined Canyon Heights Academy as chaplain in 2019. He serves the students, parents, faculty, and staff as the spiritual mentor of the school. He coordinates the religious practices of the school and consults with and advises the Executive Director and Principal regarding all spiritual activities of the school.
Fr Matthew is part of the local Legionaries of Christ community and lives with seven other priests in Cupertino. Throughout the year they help with masses, confessions, school events, and spiritual direction. Fr Tamson is often seen on campus and was at Canyon Heights as a brother during his apostolic internship. Fr Anthony is a former chaplain of the school and currently a board member.
From left to right legionary fathers Thomas Vendetti, Matthew Schmitz, Simon Devereux, Kevin Lixey, Tamson Nguyen, Brian Shininger, Anthony Sortino, Justin Kielhorn
Open House Schedule
Upcoming Open House Dates
To contact one of our school administrators, please call us at: (408) 370-6727 and request their extension below.
Mr. Kevin Holman, Executive Director
ext. 203
Mrs. Adrienne Barajas, Advancement Coordinator
ext. 301
Dr. Analiza Filion, Principal
ext. 207
Mrs. Marija Fisher, Vice Principal - Early Montessori, Preschool and Kindergarten Director
ext. 259
Ms. Melissa Ma, Director of Finance and Operations
ext. 202
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