Faculty & Staff

Dr. Carey Averill was appointed as principal at Star of the Sea Catholic School in 2017. Dr. Averill's career has been blessed with a variety of experiences and opportunities that have taken her all over the world. She began her teaching career with the Department of Defense Dependent Schools teaching in Seoul, Korea, which is where she met her husband. She then had the opportunity to teach in Schweinfurt, Germany, and Fort Bragg, NC on Army bases. She also taught in public schools in FL and NC and served as a crisis counselor in Syracuse, NY.

Dr. Averill earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Purdue University, a Master of Education in School Counseling from Campbell University and a doctorate in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies from George Washington University where her research focused on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) Education. Blessed with numerous military moves, she had the opportunity to earn additional endorsements in Gifted Education, Middle School Mathematics, and School Leadership as well as serve as a STREAM Coordinator.

Dr. Averill's goal is to enhance the educational and spiritual opportunities for all students at Star of the Sea. With recent renovations and an administrative addition, she is excited for the new opportunities this affords current and future students. She encourages everyone to tour and experience the welcoming school and environment that her amazing teachers and staff provide!

Dr. Averill and her husband, retired Army LTC, reside in Virginia Beach with their two sons and Boston Terrier. You can find them on a basketball court, lacrosse field, or at a cross country or track meet. She invites everyone to become a STAR!

Hello! My name is Maryanna Oshana, I am 24 years old, and I have grown up in Virginia Beach the last 14 years.I recently received my degree at Franciscan University with a Bachelors of Arts in Theology. My excitement to begin this adventure at Star of the Sea as a Pre K teacher is growing day by day. I have a special place in my heart for Star of the Sea school and parish, as I was a student here during my 6th and 7th grade year, seven years ago! Star of the Sea has been a part of my growth and to be able to teach this upcoming school year is truly a gift!

I have spent two summers working as a missionary at a youth summer camp and that experience has been a pivotal aspect in my faith journey. Through my time as a missionary I had fallen in love with the Catholic faith, and grown in relationship with Jesus Christ, which led me to study theology. Throughout the last two years at Franciscan I have truly learned the importance of what it means to practice our faith and to spend time always learning and growing in my identity as a daughter of the Lord. My interests and hobbies include reading, writing, working out, and crafting from time to time. A few fun facts are that I was born in Sydney Australia and my name Maryanna actualty translates into Star of the Sea, so I have always had a devotion to Our Lady Star of the Sea! I am so excited and looking forward to a beautiful school year!

Lindsey recently earned a Bachelor of Liberal Studies from the University of San Diego. As a Navy veteran with a deep commitment to service, she is proud to support her husband, who is currently serving in the Navy. They reside in Virginia Beach with their daughter and two pups. In their free time, you can find them soaking up the sun on the beach or exploring the woods through hiking and camping adventures. Lindsey is thrilled to become part of the Star of the Sea family!

Ms. Nancy Chase, Middle School Science teacher, is from Chesapeake, Va and attended ODU for her undergraduate degree in Kinesiology with minors in Spanish and Biology and her Master’s from the Univ. of SC in Kinesiology.

Nancy has taught science in middle and high school in North Caroline, Florida and Virginia. She enjoys traveling, sports, swimming, and photography as well as time and the beach and mountains.