Nathaniel Beckman
Nathaniel Beckman is the first headmaster of the Chesterton Academy of St. Joseph. He received his B.A. in Liberal Arts from Thomas Aquinas College, an M.S. in Mathematics from Old Dominion University, and is finishing a second master’s in the History of Philosophy through Holy Apostles College and Seminary. For the last decade, he has worked in secondary and post-secondary education both in the U.S. and as a missionary in Central America. He and his wife are currently living out their vocation as foster and adoptive parents in Dayton, OH.
Dalton Davis
Dalton Davis is a first-year teacher at Chesterton Academy of St. Joseph, who has graduated with a Masters of Arts in Classics at the University of Cincinnati and had received a dual Bachelors of Arts in both Classics and History at Franciscan University of Steubenville. Additionally, Dalton is an affiliated member with the Society of Classical Studies, the Archaeological Institute of America, and the Egyptian Exploration Society. At Chesterton Academy Dalton teaches the subjects of Latin Language, History, Mathematics, and Art.
Dalton’s previous experience covers two years of individual and assistant teaching at the University of Cincinnati’s Department of Classics undergraduate program, lecturing in classes such as: Ancient Medical Terminology, Ancient Mythology, Ancient Sports, and language study in both Latin and Greek. While at Franciscan University he assisted the Classics faculty by being a TA for over four years. Dalton is an energetic and devoted teacher interested in bringing the lessons of antiquity to his students.
Kevin Grieshop
Kevin Grieshop is the Executive Director of the Chesterton Academy of St. Joseph. He was raised on a swine and grain farm just outside of Willowdell, located about an hour north of Dayton. He earned his B.S. in Secondary Mathematics Education at Ball State University. His 8-year teaching career included stops in Houston, TX, Dayton, OH, Piqua, OH, and Oklahoma City, OK. He’s an avid sports fan and spent five years coaching high school basketball. He recently earned an M.A. in Catholic Studies at Mount St. Mary’s Seminary & School of Theology (Cincinnati, OH) while discerning the Catholic priesthood. He loves learning about the Catholic faith, using this knowledge for apologetics, evangelization, and overall good conversation. His favorite saints are the Blessed Virgin Mary, St. Joseph, Blessed Stanley Rother, and St. Thérèse of Lisieux. Please feel free to reach out and introduce yourself some time!
Molly Herman
Molly earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Hillsdale College, graduating summa cum laude with departmental honors. She is excited to return to Chesterton Academy of St. Joseph for her second year, as she deeply loves being in the classroom with her students. Her particular passion is helping students understand the profound connection between Catholicism and the sciences. Prior to Chesterton, Molly worked as the Lead Grant Manager/Writer for Elizabeth’s New Life Center, a pro-life non-profit. When not in the classroom, she loves painting with watercolors, curating aquariums, playing and singing music of all kinds, and hiking and kayaking with her husband in the many MetroParks of the Greater Dayton area.
Maria Hess
Maria Hess graduated from Wright State University Magna Cum Laude with two Bachelor of Music degrees in Music Education and Vocal Performance. While in college, Maria was an active member of the Opera Theater and was a winner of the Concerto-Aria Night Competition at Wright State University in early 2020. She has been a member of Schola Cantorum Daytonensis at Holy Family Catholic Church since 2015. Maria is excited to share with her students not only her knowledge of Gregorian Chant, but how music is a beautiful reflection of the history of the Church and the world.
Besides Chesterton Academy, Maria works for The Lorenz Corporation, a music publishing company which has been in Dayton, OH since the late 1800s. She also teaches piano and voice lessons from her own private studio. When she is not working, Maria enjoys dabbling in many different hobbies. Her most recent endeavors include hanging in her hammock, sewing, and being a part of several small singing groups.
Dr. Eric Lafferty
Dr. Lafferty teaches Theology, Philosophy, and History. He has great love for the history of the Catholic Church and Marian devotion. Received into the Church in 2010, he has since completed a Ph.D. in Systematic Theology at Duquesne University, a M.A. in Historical Theology at Saint Louis University, and a M.A. in Catholic Studies at the University of St. Thomas. He also holds a B.S. in Computer Science. Dr. Lafferty has previously taught Scripture and theology courses to undergraduates and is excited to be part of a community that integrates learning and the Faith.
Ivana Quadrelli
Ivana has completed a Master in Marriage and Family from the John Paul II Institute Melbourne and a Master in Bioethics and Formation from the John Paul II Institute in Rome; her thesis was on aspects of the Theology of the Body and has published a book on the topic. Ivana has a Diploma in Educational Counselling and Diploma in Education. She has worked extensively in secondary schools as a teacher and coordinator. She has been a missionary in Argentina with the Canossian Sisters. She is a mum of two children and together with her husband Mauro, has begun a pastoral activity for Marriage preparation for Catholic singles. She is delighted to embark on the journey with the Chesterton Academy of St. Joseph and is passionate about Classical Liberal education.
Matt Young
Matt Young teaches Latin, Biology, and Philosophy at Chesterton Academy. A native of New Orleans, he earned his Bachelor's degree in 2016 from the University of Alabama, where he majored in English Literature and Latin. He moved to Ohio in 2018 where he served the Archdiocese of Cincinnati as a VIA Missionary alongside his lovely wife, Emily. Together they have two wonderful daughters, Maria and Sophia, as well as a third child on the way. He has various interests including watching college football, learning about strange animals, and gaming of all varieties. Mr. Young is beyond excited to share his love of learning with the brilliant minds at Chesterton.