Department: Administration

Ms. Lauren Adams ’14, ACSW, is a BBS-accredited social worker, holds a bachelor’s degree in social work from Marist College and a master’s degree in social work from Smith College. Her experience includes serving as a behavioral health clinician serving the Davis Joint Unified School District and at the Respite Center Day Shelter through CommuniCare Health Centers. She is a passionate advocate and highly qualified professional in the important work of equity and belonging.

Dr. David Perry began his tenure as president in July of 2025 and served as principal of Christian Brothers from July 2023 to June 2025. He is a proud graduate of St. Mary’s College of California where he earned his bachelor’s, master’s, and doctorate degrees. The focus of his dissertation research was building inclusive learning environments in Catholic schools, specifically around supporting teachers to welcome students with identified learning disabilities into their classrooms. He credits the Christian Brothers and the Lasallian Catholic charism with inspiring his call to work in education. Prior to joining the Christian Brothers High School community, Dr. Perry served as president of Cristo Rey High School in Sacramento and St. Patrick-St. Vincent High School in Vallejo. He also served as principal of St. Andrew School in Florida and St. James School in Davis. Dr. Perry is currently a member of the Board of Trustees for St. Mary’s College of California, where he co-chaired the President Search Committee and chairs the Student Life Committee. Dr. Perry is the father of Charles ’26, Kaylin ’24, and Drew ’23.