Paul Clagnaz

Paul Clagnaz is a graduate of Chaminade High School. He received his BFA from Long Island University, MS in Education from Hofstra University, and Professional Diploma in Educational Administration and Supervision from St. John’s University. He has New York State School District Administrator certification. Mr. Clagnaz began teaching at St. Brigid/Our Lady of Hope Regional School in 1992. He became principal in 1997. He has served on a number of Diocesan and community organizations including the Elementary School Study Committee, which led to the establishment of the Education Commission and Tomorrow’s Hope Foundation. Most recently he received the Catholic School Executive Leadership Award from Fordham University. Mr. Clagnaz resides in Westbury with his wife Stephanie, also an educator. They have three grown children, all whom are teachers. Mr. and Mrs. Clagnaz received the St. Agnes Medal of Service from Bishop Murphy in recognition of their service to the Parish of St. Brigid.