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Meet Erik S. Ramsey ‘93, Director of Student Development

Editor's Note: Mr. Ramsey’s letter originally appeared in the Fall 2024 issue of Reflections. Click here to read the entire magazine.
Past, Present and Future Patriots,
Allow me to reintroduce myself. My name is Erik Ramsey. I have recently accepted the position of Director of Student Development and am honored to be chosen for this opportunity. The crucial responsibilities of this position have been most recently and honorably fulfilled by the likes of Greg Derus, Ben Rulli ‘03 and Dave Wolodkiewicz, who have left big shoes to fill. My gratitude is exceeded only by my excitement, as this role allows me to continue my journey of giving back to the Archbishop Carroll community that has given so much to myself and my family.
After traveling, via the Air Force, from California to Nebraska and to the Philippines with my mom (JoeElla), dad (William) and sisters (Erin ‘99 and Paz), we settled in Beavercreek and were introduced to Carroll. Since then, I have served many roles at Carroll, from being a graduate of the Class of 1993 to a coach to a teacher to the spouse of a graduate (Sara Whitener ‘95) to the parent of a graduate (Eli ‘18), a current senior (Isaiah ‘25), and a future Patriot (Ella ‘31, a current student at St. Helen Catholic School), who have all been raised in this community. I have served with Carroll in numerous other capacities and am thankful that this new position will still allow me to have an impact in the classroom, teaching the newly offered class, American Culture and Social Responsibility and through coaching with the boys’ basketball program.
I cherish the opportunity to directly and thoroughly assist our present and future students in their pursuit of our mission to form “a life of virtue, academic excellence and service to the common good.” My ultimate goal is for all of our students to leave Archbishop Carroll with the same love and appreciation for this community that I and many others share, embrace their opportunities to give back, and bless the lives of others. I not only welcome you all to join in this journey with me but even more so, I am looking forward to it.
Gratefully,
Erik S. Ramsey ‘93
Director of Student Development
Julian Correa Quiroz '24: Student of the Week December 13, 2023

Julian Correa Quiroz ‘24, Charity House and Our Lady of the Rosary School Alumnus, with Mr. Erik Ramsey ’93 and Mr. Chris Sorrell '83
Julian Correa-Quiroz is a translator-extraordinaire' for families who have lots of questions about Carroll and are still learning English. His patience and attentiveness to those parents and children are as impressive as it gets.
-Mr. Chris Sorrell '83
Favorite Restaurant:
Giordano's
Favorite Movie:
Tokyo Drift
Who would you like to play in a movie?
Pedro Paschal
Place you'd love to travel:
Tokyo, Japan
What's your favorite part of being a student at Carroll?
The people here are so open with each other and families grow together daily.
What should school “do” for you?
I feel like school should be a safe and relaxing place for all people. Even though it can cause a lot of stress, it could lead to something nice. Also, I feel like it should have the best interest in us as a community and have a well-rounded mindset for kids that need help with personal or educational growth.
What’s a lesson you learned when you overcame a difficult obstacle?
Never give up on your hopes and dreams because if God challenges you with something, it only means he has something better for you at the end.
What’s your biggest dream in life?
To be successful and make my parents proud of all my accomplishments.
How do you like spending your free time?
I like to spend my free time hanging out around friends and family. If I'm not with them, then I'm doing something active, like going to the gym.
Sofia Fedorisinova '24: Student of the Week October 26, 2023

Sofia Fedorisinova ‘24, Baltimore House, with Mr. Erik Ramsey ’93
Sofia advances the classroom environment with her participation, which has included sharing her story of coming to the United States from Slovakia, initiating clarifying questions, and overall setting a great example for the other students. - Mr. Erik Ramsey '93
We have a student in class this week who is new to Carroll. Sofia walked her to their next class and offered the student a kind welcome and a friendly face!
-Mrs. Mary Ollier
Favorite Restaurant:
My mom's kitchen ;)
Favorite Movie:
A Walk to Remember
Who would play you in a movie?
A lawyer
Place you'd love to travel:
Dubrovnik, Croatia
Activities you participate in:
I'm a member of the Badminton Club.
What's your favorite part about being a student at Carroll?
I like the house system because it brings us students closer together and we have time to talk to each other.
What should school “do” for you?
School should give me the education that I need for real life, not only for academic progress. Carroll is the place that does that for me.
What’s a lesson you learned when you overcame a difficult obstacle?
Don't stop trying and fighting for things you want to accomplish because nothing is impossible or too hard if you try.
What’s your biggest dream in life?
My biggest dream in my life is to travel as much as possible and to have a happy family.
How do you like spending your free time?
I like to play sports, write poetry, sing, and spend time with my family.