Greetings from the Advancement Office

Cardinal Mooney High School is deeply rooted in tradition. Its many traditions have
made it the exceptional academic institution it has become since it was founded in
1959. The most durable and impactful tradition that we maintain is giving. Our strong tradition of giving from parents, alumni, faculty, and friends, allows us to continue to grow our academic and extracurricular programs, hire talented faculty, and update our campus to meet the ever-changing needs of educating our students for today’s world. We are grateful for the ongoing support of alumni, parents, grandparents and friends, who give their time, talent or treasure to help make a significant difference in the lives of our students and faculty. Your continued support is essential to allow us to provide an extraordinary educational experience and keep our community strong. Thank you for making Mooney a priority in your charitable giving.

Together We Thrive!

With gratitude,
Leah Mihm ‘98
Director of Advancement

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Leah Mihm '98
Director of Advancement

Leah Mihm: Director of Advancement

Leah Mihm (Class of ’98) serves as the Director of Advancement at Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School. As a proud graduate of Cardinal Mooney herself, she brings a deep personal connection to the school’s mission and community.

Before returning to CMHS, Leah gained rich experience in Catholic education, including roles in development and advancement at Epiphany Cathedral Catholic School. Her background also includes coaching and teaching. Leah spent over 10 years in the classroom teaching English and 20+ years coaching volleyball—at the collegiate, high school, and club levels.

In her current role, Leah works to cultivate relationships with alumni, donors, and partners to support the school’s strategic goals and enhance its ability to serve students through faith-based education. Her leadership blends professional expertise with genuine passion for advancing Cardinal Mooney’s vision.

Caroline Melby
Marketing & Communications Manager

Caroline Melby: Marketing and Communication Manager

Caroline Melby serves as the Marketing & Communications Manager at Cardinal Mooney High School, where she oversees branding, social media, newsletters, and events. A proud Mooney parent, she is passionate about sharing the school’s mission and spirit through strategic, engaging communication.

Dana Mitchell, P'25, '27
Alumni/Donor Relations & Special Events Manager

Dana Mitchell: Alumni/Donor Relations & Special Events Manager

Dana Mitchell brings over a decade of experience in special events and fundraising to her role at Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School. She manages a wide range of community-building and fundraising events, including the Annual Homecoming Fish Fry, the Gratia Gala, and the Spring Tailgate & Cornhole Tournament. Dana also oversees Grandparents Day and leads the school’s newest initiative, the Club ’59 sponsorship program.

In addition to supporting alumni reunions and serving as the liaison to the CARE Team, Dana is a proud Mooney parent with two current students and a recent graduate in the Class of 2025. Reach out to Dana to learn how you can get involved in the Mooney community!

Mark Black
Database Manager

Mark Black: Database Manager

In his role as Database Manager, Mark manages all of the information, reporting, and gift recording and acknowledgement for the Advancement Department. He also supports the Director of Advancement with fundraising, planned giving and donor stewardship activities, while enthusiastically supporting the mission of Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School.

He holds a bachelor’s degree from Bentley University and a master’s degree from Tulane University. In his spare time, he is an avid outdoor enthusiast and enjoys hiking in our local state parks and our national parks throughout the country.