Dooley steps down from position after four years
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After four years working at FC and nearly 14 years involved with the school, secretary Lisa Dooley considers it time for a change. Dooley is stepping down from her position, with her last day being Jan. 13.
"I have worked here for four years," Dooley said. "Madison [Dooley, '11] was a lifer here and I was totally involved as a parent for all of her 13 years here."
In her place, Vickie Belmont, mother of students Noah, '14, and seventh grader Sydney Belmont, will now fill the role of the secretary, alongside secretary Brenda Warkentin.
Considering her favorite aspect of the FC community, Dooley says that she appreciates the tight-knit atmosphere and close relationships.
"The small community allows for personal contact with everyone," Dooley said. "I feel like I know every single student here and most of their parents. I have a personal relationship with most of them also."
Although he only came partway through the first semester, junior John-Paul Caprioglio has come to know and appreciate Dooley well over the past few months. Hearing of her near departure, Caprioglio expresses sorrow, and recognizes a number of Dooley's qualities.
"It is no positive feeling," Caprioglio said. "She was always the first person I saw in the morning and the first person to put a smile on my face which I will miss more than ever. Her attitude was always positive towards everything which is one of her many special traits that I and the rest of the student body will miss."
"She was always the first person I saw in the morning and the first person to put a smile on my face which I will miss more than ever." --John-Paul Caprioglio, '13
As a freshman, Kathryn Damschen has not spent a great deal of time with Dooley, but has always observed kindness, she says.
"I don't know her very well, since this is my first year, but what I do know about her, so far, is that she always gives the best advice, and she's always there for the students," Damschen said. "No matter who walks into the office, she always greets them with a warm smile."
Now, with spare time on her hands, Dooley has a wide range of options on how she will replace her time working at FC. Though she has no plans yet, she aims to stay busy.
"I am one of those people that likes to keep busy," Dooley said. "I hope I find lots to do. I have asked Brenda to keep me in mind if she need help around here."
"I hope for Mrs. Dooley to succeed in whatever she does and to be constantly watched over and kept safe," Caprioglio said. "She is one special person, and I will never forget her."
On her last day working at FC, Dooley has one final message for the FC family:
"I love you all! Each and every one of you," Dooley said.
For more news, read the Jan 10. article, BRIEF: Feather returns for second semester.
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Posted by "Kevin Thao" on January 20, 2012 at 1:02 a.m.
Mrs. Dooley is such a wonderful person and truely unforgettable. Her warm smiles always make FCS feel like home. I am very grieved that she left. Thanks for everything!
Posted by "Jason Kim" on January 19, 2012 at 1:02 a.m.
Mrs. Dooley is so kind and helpful to everyone at our school. Thank you for being so wonderful to us.
Posted by "Jieun Seo" on January 15, 2012 at 1:02 a.m.
I am so sad and disappointed that Mrs. Dooley left. I can honestly say that she cared about every single one of us.
Posted by "Aaron DeWolf" on January 15, 2012 at 1:02 a.m.
We all will miss you, Mrs. Dooley. Thank You for all you have done!
Posted by "Yoko Kilbourne" on January 14, 2012 at 1:02 a.m.
After retiring from FCS two years ago, I often wondered how Mrs. Lisa Dooley was doing. She was so loved by every student her life touched. She always had listening ears and an empathetic heart.
I don't know if The Feather does a tribute to every staff member who leaves FCHS, but I thought it was very appropriate that Mary Heirholzer, Co-Editor-in-Chief, chose to do such a great write-up.
Quoting from the above artice: "Considering her favorite aspect of the FC community, Dooley says that she appreciates the tight-knit atmosphere and close relationships," I agree with Mrs. Dooley.
I do miss the close-knit relationships I enjoyed at FCS. The best to you, Lisa, and keep developing your wonderful skills, Mary.
Yoko Kilbourne served as the campus high school secretary for 15 years and is now living in Kissimmee, FL.
Posted by "Ileana See" on January 13, 2012 at 1:02 a.m.
Mrs. Dooley got me through jr. high...and I'll never forget that. I was in her office every day talking about all my drama and she was always there to help. Even though I'm in high school now, she still helps me with whatever I come to her for. I will definitely miss her bunches! Love you Mrs. Dooley! :)
Posted by "sabrina henderson" on January 13, 2012 at 1:02 a.m.
OMG! Mrs.Dooley, you're such a fabulous person! I'll miss you so much! Thank you for being the best secretary in the whole world! Love you! -Sabrina :)
Posted by "nick fontes" on January 25, 2012 at 1:02 a.m.
Its so sad that you are leaving, Mrs. Dooley. Thank you for all your years of service at the school.