About

Leadership

Meet the President

Rev. Dennis M. Baker, S.J., serves as Loyola Blakefield's President, bringing a wealth of Jesuit educational leadership and global experience to the role. He previously led Xavier High School in Chuuk, Micronesia, where his tenure included navigating challenges like a severe drought and the COVID-19 pandemic. His efforts in fundraising and fiscal management enabled transformative projects, including a new computer lab, Jesuit residence, and chapel renovation. Fr. Baker’s global Jesuit work includes his Tertianship in South Africa and a role as Director of Engagement and Planned Giving at Xavier High School in Manhattan. He also contributes to the Jesuit educational network as a Trustee at the University of Scranton and Holy Cross High School.

With degrees from Fordham University, Niagara University, Boston College, and Columbia University Teachers College, Fr. Baker is deeply committed to academic excellence. An Upstate New York native and 1998 graduate of Canisius High School, he enjoys sports and scuba diving, exploring shipwrecks and marine life worldwide.

Contact Fr. Baker at president@loyolablakefield.org.

2026–2027 Board of Trustees

List of 3 items.

  • Chairman

    Mr. Steven McD. Smith '76
  • President

    Rev. Dennis M. Baker, S.J.
  • Board Members

    • Mrs. Angela M. Allen, Ed.D
    • Mr. Ryan M. Cawley '06
    • Mr. Christopher A. Clunie '02
    • Mr. Alfred A. Cooke '92
    • Ms. Natasha M. Dartigue, P'22
    • Mr. Michael S. Dorsch '84, P'20
    • Mr. Bryan P. Gately '79
    • Rev. Vincent A. Giacabazi S.J.
    • Mr. Robert L. Hanley, Jr., P'04
    • Mr. Daniel E. McKew '75, P'03, '08
    • Col. Percy T. Moore, USMC (Ret.), P'21, '24, '25
    • Mr. Victor J. Norris '77, P'26
    • Mr. Rodney Oddoye, P'26, '30
    • Mrs. B. Michele Peterson, P'17, '19
    • Mr. Oliver J. Sadorra '99
    • Mr. Terrence M. Sawyer, P'17, '20
    • Mrs. Cynthia E. Shonaiya, P'16, '19, '22
    • Rev. Kevin C. Spinale S.J., Ph.D
    • Mr. Timothy J. Thompson, P'08, '10

Leadership Team

List of 7 members.

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    Louis Charest 

    Director of Ignatian Mission and Identity
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  • Photo of Brant Hall

    Brant Hall 98

    Director of Athletics
    (410) 823-0601 Ext 298
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  • Photo of Brian Maraña

    Brian Maraña 00

    Upper School Principal
    (410) 823-0601 Ext 526
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    Richard Marsh 80

    Chief Financial Officer
    (410) 823-0601 Ext 660
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    Stephen Morrill 

    Director of Technology, Security, & Campus Operations
    (410) 823-0601 Ext 460
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    John O'Hara 96

    Middle School Principal
    (410) 823-0601 Ext 528
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    Robert Robinson 

    Vice President
    (410) 823-0601 Ext 674
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