Principal's Welcome | Bishop Feehan High School

Bill Runey

Welcome to Bishop Feehan! On behalf of the staff, I hope you find on our website the information you seek and, perhaps, the inspiration to learn more about this remarkable community of teachers and learners. I came to the Feehan Family in search of two key components: an environment based on the Gospel message and an institution rooted in tradition. I have found both! And I have learned quickly, much to my delight, that being a member of this Feehan school community asks a great deal of all of us on our journeys as learners, leaders, and stewards. Take a close look, please, and share with us your questions. We are grateful for your interest and eager to share our story with you. If I can personally assist you, please contact me at bruney@bishopfeehan.com.

In Christ's Peace,

Bill Runey
Principal

About Mr. Runey

Bill Runey credits several great mentors for their wisdom, ideas, and conviction, but says, “I’ve never had better teachers than my parents. Whatever I have of my faith, ability to listen closely, to trust, and to see the best in others, I learned first and best from them.”

Bill’s formal education began in the parochial schools of Charleston, SC. He earned a bachelor’s degree in Mathematics Education from Clemson (SC) University. Bill began teaching at his alma mater, Bishop England High School, where he taught math and coached three sports. He went on to complete a Master’s Degree program in Educational Administration at The Citadel’s Graduate School of Education. In 1997, he became Vice Principal at Bishop England and continued to coach basketball. Currently, he is enrolled in an Educational Doctorate program at Boston's Northeastern University.

Bill has three children, Mary Katherine, Feehan Class of 2012, Kimberly, Class of 2015, and William, Class of 2021.

“My philosophy of education is one of high expectations,” says Bill. Grounded in a profound respect for Feehan’s history, mission, and values, he speaks tremendous of potential for this community. The BFHS community looks forward to “what’s next” under Bill’s leadership.