Patrick Kiraly

YOUNGSTOWN — Bishop David Bonnar of the Diocese of Youngstown has appointed Patrick S. Kiraly as the interim president of Cardinal Mooney High School effective immediately.

Kiraly has 30 years of leadership experience and is a former Cardinal Mooney board member.

Kiraly, a native of Youngstown, attended St. Christine’s Grade School before graduating from Cardinal Mooney High School. He earned a Bachelor of Engineering degree in mechanical engineering from Youngstown State University and a Master of Science degree in management of technology from the Sloan School of Management at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

“My family and I are fortunate to have had 12 years of Catholic education — an important part of faith formation. The sacrifices made by our parents and grandparents serve as a lasting reminder of the primacy of our faith. I am grateful to Bishop Bonnar, the member board, and Cardinal Mooney’s board for calling me to serve. Our previous president, Nick Beyer, established a solid foundation, making this an exciting time to be at Cardinal Mooney. The faculty and staff’s commitment to Catholic education at Cardinal Mooney is inspiring and sets a standard I will work hard to meet. I am eager to strengthen and grow Catholic education in the Diocese in partnership with our parishes, our sister high school, and our grade schools,” Kiraly said.

Beyer, who was appointed as Cardinal Mooney president in 2022, informed Bonnar in April that he was stepping down to accept a position in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

On his appointment as interim president, Superintendent Dr. Steven Jones said, “Pat Kiraly brings a deep-seeded appreciation for Catholic education and a love for Cardinal Mooney in particular. I am very excited to welcome him into this new role. His background at the school, both as a student and then as a member of the Board of Directors will be invaluable as he steps in to help lead Mooney during this transition into its next chapter.”