James Mio ’96

Education

Master of Arts  in Educational Leadership, Madonna University

Teacher Certification, Eastern Michigan University

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theater, University of Detroit Mercy

Shrine High School Graduate

Endorsements

Professional Certificate, Teaching Speech and Communication Arts, grades 6-12

Professional Certificate, Teaching Reading, Writing, and Literature, grades 6-12

Educational Leadership (Administrative) Certification

Teaching Experience

Shrine Catholic Academy Principal, 2022-2024

Shrine Catholic High School & Academy Principal, 2017-2022

Shrine Catholic High School & Academy Assistant Principal, 2015-2017

Shrine Catholic High School & Academy, English, Speech, Drama and Acting Teacher, 2001-2015

Hazel Park High School Student Teacher, English and English Electives

Wayne State Public Schools TREE program educator, drama courses

Dearborn Community Center Summer Theater Arts Program Director

Extracurricular Activities 

Shrine Board Game Club Moderator, 2022-2024

Shrine Academy Field Trip Leader, Washington, D.C., 2023; Camp Ozanam, 2024; and more

Kairos Retreat Leader, 2011-2014

Shrine Nicaragua Mission Trip Leader and Mentor, 2013, 2014

Shrine International Student Recruiting Trip to China, 2012

Shrine Fine and Performing Arts Summer Camp Drama Director, 2002-2017

Personal Statement

I started teaching at Shrine with only my Catholic faith and acting background to guide me. Through meeting the wonderful families and the accomplished faculty of the Shrine community, I connect with my students more than a structured 8th grade drama production, a speech or an English class. My passion for Shrine is about building relationships with young people and working with a team of professionals to be the best we can be. No matter the challenge, Shrine Catholic High School & Academy is a family of education, a team of athletes, and a community of artists. We model servant leadership, share in our victories, and grow from our mistakes.