Department: Administration

Mr. Tom Kuck ’99

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LuHi Role: Head of Campus Operations

Education: B.S. Physical Education (2004) – Adelphi University; M.S. Health Education (2008) – Hofstra University; A.O.S. Computer Aided Drafting and Design: Architectural (2013) – Island Drafting & Technical Institute

What I love about my role: I love that I am able to use my skills and interests to provide the best service possible to the school community through facility maintenance, enhancements, and sustainability in all campus environments.

Hobbies: Boating, tinkering, and raising funds and awareness cancer research.

What I love most about LuHi: I love working at LuHi because, as an alum, I am able to give back to a place that holds a special place in my life.

Mr. Jason Wass

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LuHi Role: Director of LuHi Summer Programs, joined the LuHi staff in 2020

Education: University of Massachusetts, Amherst (2003), BBA Finance

What I love about my role: Love bringing energy to this beautiful campus during the summer months. Campers of all ages roam the grounds to play, discover and create.

Other professional experience: Director of Tennis and Camps for Sportime.

Hobbies: Skiing, traveling, baseball

Family: I married my wife Julie in 2009, we met in college 10 years prior. We have 1 son, Danny, who was born in 2015.

What I love about LuHi: Extraordinary people here at LuHi who genuinely care about others while educating and inspiring students to strive for future success.

Mr. Kyle Hanson

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LuHi Role: Chief Financial Officer, joined the LuHi staff in 2020

Education: Marquette University (1994), Bachelor’s in Business Administration (Summa cum Laude)

What I love about my role: Helping leadership ensure LuHi delivers on the mission to glorify God by educating young people in body, mind, and spirit.

Other professional experience: TRIUN3, LLC Founder/Executive Director

Hobbies: Basketball, Golf, Travel

Family: Wife Jen (94); kids Jonathan (04), Jayden (05), and Amber (07); cats Luke and Rex

 

Mr. John Buck ’02

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LuHi Role: Head of School and Varsity Basketball Head Coach, joined the LuHi faculty in 2007. Previous LuHi experience includes Mathematics teacher, Ethics teacher, and Dean of Students.

Education: Wake Forest University (2006), BA Economics (Cum Laude); The Ohio University (2010), MS Patton College of Education 

What I love about my role: I loved building relationships with the students. I believe positive relationships improve student engagement and interest in the material. Currently, I love the opportunity to imagine and create a new and exciting future here at LuHi!

Other professional experience: After college, I spent one year exploring the finance world before realizing that I was passionate about education and working with young people.

Hobbies: Coaching basketball, playing golf, and traveling

Family: wife Kasey, children Miles, Levi, Ivy, dog Gus

Awards and experiences: Was chosen to attend the 2012 Presidential Debate (town-hall format) at Hofstra University, selected as one of 5 finalists for USA Today’s Boys Basketball Coach of the Year in 2019

What I love most about LuHi: As a teacher, the world can be a harsh place. LuHi is not. I’m truly blessed to work with faculty, staff, students, and families that understand our purpose. We support each other and treat each other with respect. Graduation day is always an emotional one, as I reflect on the growth that each student has shown during his or her LuHi career.

Mr. Chris Reno

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LuHi Role: Currently serving as the Principal for Student Life after serving as the Assistant Principal for Student Life (2021-2026) joined the LuHi faculty in 1999. Past LuHi experience includes Assistant Principal (2016-2021), Middle School Principal (2011-16), and US History and Government Teacher (1998-2011).

Education: Concordia University-Nebraska (1997), BS Education Social Sciences; LIU Post (2006), Master of Arts (Phi Alpha Theta); SLED-School Leadership Program (2011); Liberty University (2015) Graduate Certificate School Leadership

Other professional experience: Taught U.S. History at the Cathedral Home for Children in Laramie, Wyoming.

What I love about my role: I enjoy working with students and families. I find a sense of purpose in being able to help lead our families and students throughout their LuHi journey and beyond.

Hobbies: Reading, watching football, and listening to news about the market.

Family: Wife Kelly Reno (20+ years of marriage) daughter was a LuHi graduate (2025) and two dogs at home – Bailey and Rosie.

Awards: Cathedral Home Newell Sargent Award for Outstanding Educator 1999, LSA High School Teacher of the Year 2010, Randy Abbe Christian Service Award 2019

What I love about LuHi: I really appreciate the people I work with and the opportunity to help kids as a part of a ministry.

Mrs. Laura Callahan

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LuHi Role: Principal of Academics, joined the LuHi faculty in 1996. Past LuHi experience includes Sixth Grade Math and Science Teacher (22 Years); Seventh Grade English teacher (3 years); Data Dean (7 years); MS Principal (4 years)

Education: Molloy College (1992), MA Education/Communication Arts double major; Molloy College (2003), MS Education NYS Permanent Teacher Certification awarded (Kappa Delta Pi)

What I love about my role: Taking my career from classroom teacher to administration has been a rewarding experience. Working with families, students, and teachers to make the most out of the LuHi experience for all and supporting everyone in the process is my ultimate professional goal each day.

Family: Married for 27 years with three boys ranging in age from 15-22.

What I love about LuHi: Working at LuHi enables me to be a resource for families and students as they navigate the middle and high school years. Our core values are the backbone of my educational philosophy and personal beliefs, and it is a gift to be able to incorporate these into my professional life.

 

Mrs. Donna Orleman

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LuHi Role: Director of Human Resources; joined the LuHi staff in 2016

Education: WPI, Bachelor of Science; NYIT Master of Science in School Counseling (Chi Sigma Iota)

Other professional experience: I started my career using my degree as an engineer. People were always my preference, and I returned to my alma mater to work in alumni relations. I worked in higher ed for almost 20 years, before earning my Master of School Counseling degree from NYIT. I am a member of the NY Lutheran Schools Association Board of Directors, currently serving as President.

What I love about my role: I love being a resource to those who live LuHi’s mission.

Hobbies: I enjoy spending time and exploring with my family. Some of my favorite places are museums, historical sites, and just being out in nature. When on my own, I like to read.

Family: My husband and I are LuHi parents, and have travelled cross-country and back. We have 2 teens in high school, as well as our cat, Pippy, and our dogs, Ringo and Cosmo.

 

 

Mrs. Jane Lottes

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LuHi Role: Associate Director of Advancement, transitioning after 31 years as Director to support new leadership and ensure continued strength in Advancement.

Education: Concordia University, Nebraska (1982), BS in Education

Other professional experience and interests:A highlight of my service has been to assist with a servant trip to Nicaragua and to be highly involved in LuHi’s annual Meal Packing Event. I have also been privileged to serve numerous Christian/Lutheran organizations in the New York metropolitan area and nationally, including in board and volunteer leadership roles. I have been honored with the Spirit of Hope Award from Lutheran Social Services of New York (LSA), the Silent Samaritan Award from Lutheran Counseling Center (LCC), and the President’s Award and Virgil Anderson Award from the Association of Lutheran Development Executives/Association of Christian Fundraisers (ALDE/ACF). I currently serve on the Board of Directors of the Atlantic District of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS).

What I love about my role: I love connecting alumni, parents, and friends of the school to our important mission of preparing compassionate, educated leaders for lives of service to others. Most of all, I love that we meet each student where they are, providing the environment, opportunities, and tools they need to grow into all that God intends them to be.

Hobbies: If it can be called a hobby, I love people – meeting them, learning from them, sharing with them. And I love to travel even though I don’t get to do it as often as I would like.

Family: My husband John worked with me for many years at LuHi, so it has always been a family affair. I am very proud of my three sons – John, Matthew, and Mark – who are all graduates of LuHi and are each successful in their fields. I have six wonderful grandchildren – Jack, Beau, Charlotte, Maeve, Penelope, and Zoe.

What I love about LuHi:I came to LuHi from the Midwest right out of college to teach, thinking I would stay only a few years. Instead, I found a family and a place that became home. That unique sense of family is something so many people experience at LuHi, and it is one of the things that makes this community truly extraordinary. After all these years, the LuHi family is, quite simply, my extended family.

Mrs. Janna Kalin

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LuHi Role: Director of Admissions, joined the LuHi staff in 2017

Education: Liberty University (2016), BS – Speech Communication: Professional Communication (Summa cum Laude)

What I love about my role: I love introducing families to such an amazing school! Prospective families can truly feel how special LuHi’s culture is as soon as they step foot on campus.

Hobbies: I enjoy spending my free time with my husband, Dan, and son, Sawyer! We love exploring new places, spending time outside, and making memories with family and friends.

What I love about LuHi: I love the culture of community and kindness. Our students respect each other and lift one another up. I love sharing that culture with new families!