School Leadership
Meet Sandusky Central Catholic’s Head of School
ryan wikel ‘99
Mr. Ryan Wikel ('99) embarked on his professional journey as a Science and English teacher at Sandusky Central Catholic School in 2004. He went on to teach Science and English at Swanton High School, and then moved on to Sandusky High School before returning to his alma mater. As a football coach and leader, his dedication and passion for education soon propelled him into the role of Athletic Director at SCCS. Over the years, he continued to ascend the ranks, assuming the position of Middle/High School Principal before ultimately being honored with the title of President in 2022.
In his capacity as the Head of Schools at Sandusky Central Catholic School, Mr. Wikel has spearheaded the creation of an uplifting culture deeply rooted in faith, familial bonds and educational excellence. Under his leadership, morale within the school community has soared and he plans to continue on this path. Through his vision and tireless efforts, SCCS has reached new pinnacles of success, setting a standard for our educational institution.
Ryan and his wife Dawn ‘98 have two children, Reid ‘25, and Cayden ‘27.
Middle School / High School Principal
brian ferber ‘10
Mr. Brian Ferber ('10) has served Sandusky Central Catholic School as an Intervention Specialist, head coach for the SMCC girls basketball program (2017-21), and an assistant coach for the SMCC cross country programs before taking over as the Middle/High School Principal in 2022.
Mr. Ferber received his BA in Special Education in 2014 from Bowling Green State University and his MA in Education Leadership/Administration from The University of Texas in 2022. He and his wife, Mackenzie '09 have three children, Callie '36, Wesley '39, and Myles '41.
Preschool / Elementary School Principal
Lisa MacMurray ‘01
Mrs. MacMurray began her career at Sandusky Central Catholic School in 2013 teaching 5th grade. She has also served as curriculum director and assistant principal before taking over as Elementary Principal in 2020.
Mrs. MacMurray received her BA in 2005 from Walsh University and her Master's in Administration in 2013. She and her husband, Jerry, have three children who attend SCCS. Evelyn '33 and Ethan '33 and Michael '36.
Meet Sandusky Central Catholic’s Priest Leader
reverend zach brown
Father Zach Brown was ordained to the Priesthood in 2020. After ordination, he was assigned as Priest Leader of Sandusky Central Catholic School and Associate Pastor of the Catholic Parishes of Sandusky. Father Zach received his BA in humanities with a minor in philosophy in 2015 from the Pontifical College Josephinum in Columbus, Ohio. In 2018 he received his BA in Sacred Theology from the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome, Italy. Then in 2023 he earned his Licentiate in Sacred Theology from The University of Saint Mary of the Lake in Mundelein, Illinois.