St. Michael's Catholic Academy named Dr. Daniel G. Dolan as the new head of school effective July 1, 2014.

"Dr. Dolan is a passionate educator who brings scholarship, entrepreneurship and knowledge to this leadership role," said Guy Diedrich, SMCA board of trustees chairman.

Dolan previously served as associate head of school at Notre Dame Academy in Middleburg, Va., and as president at Charlottesville Catholic School.

"My family and I couldn't be more excited about joining the St. Michael's community," Dolan said.