Mr. William Haffey

William Haffey teaches biology and logic at The Montfort Academy. Drawing on his background as a research scientist, Mr. Haffey harmoniously blends the complexities of modern scientific theories with the Catholic understanding of Truth.

Before arriving at The Montfort Academy, Mr. Haffey was engaged in several research programs at Fairfield University between 2008 and 2012, most notably examining avian responses to man-induced stress and tropical bird feeding habits. At Fordham University, he studied bird collisions with glass windows, spearheading a large collaborative effort that brought together many national conservation organizations and drew national media attention. After earning his Masters in 2014, Mr. Haffey spent two years in priestly formation for the Diocese of Bridgeport (CT), studying a wide range of philosophical schools in great detail.

Mr. Haffey received a B.S. in biology from Fairfield University in Fairfield, Connecticut and his M.S. in biology from Fordham University in the Bronx, New York.

In addition to teaching at Montfort Academy, he also professionally leads international tours for Nature Travel Birding, an African-based safari company and is actively involved in educating priests and laypeople in the Traditional Form of the Roman Rite.

His keen interest in sacred music, particularly Gregorian chant, has led him to serve as a board member for the St. Cecelia Society, an organization which seeks to promote such music in its proper liturgical context.

Why Mr. Haffey loves teaching: “I love teaching biology and logic to our students because it permits me to share something I am very passionate about with young, inquisitive minds. As students progress through the course, it is so rewarding to see all the moments in which they come to understand the material in a deep way and are consequently able to apply it to other areas of their life. To that end, teaching them that hard work is not a thing to be avoided, but rather a necessary step on the way to a more fruitful life, is a lesson that will hopefully serve them well their entire lives.”