A well-maintained campus enhances first impressions, student experience, and institutional pride—driven by dedicated custodial teams who do more than clean, they create welcoming spaces for learning and community.
Meghan Santella serves as Vice President, Education & Strategic Accounts at CCS Facility Services. As a proud former educator and Fulbright Scholar, she combines her passion for learning with hands-on leadership in operations and facility management.
Before joining CCS, Meghan taught elementary, middle, and high school in Oklahoma and Denver, inspiring students in the classroom and on the soccer field as a coach. Her background in education fuels her approach to leadership: empathy, communication, and continual growth.
About Meghan
Meghan is a graduate of the University of Notre Dame. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in 2018 and her Master of Education in 2020. That same year, she was awarded a Fulbright Scholarship to conduct research in South Africa, deepening her understanding of global education and community development.
Since transitioning into facility services, Meghan has spent the past three years building her expertise in operations and janitorial management. She brings an educator’s mindset to every role, focused on problem-solving, mentoring, and creating systems that help teams and clients succeed.
At CCS, Meghan supports cross-functional teams in delivering excellence and consistency across service lines, guided by the same curiosity and care that defined her years as a teacher.
Meghan’s Specialties & Experience
- Operations support and project management
- Training, mentoring, and team development
- Process improvement and communication strategy
- Education and community engagement
- Facility and janitorial service operations
Cross-departmental coordination and client support
Recognitions & Professional Highlights
- Fulbright Scholar, 2020 (South Africa)
- Master of Education, University of Notre Dame (2020)
- Bachelor’s degree, University of Notre Dame (2018)
- Former educator in Oklahoma and Denver (elementary through high school)
- Three years of operations experience in facility and janitorial management
Articles & Insights by Meghan
5 Key Benefits to Reliable Janitorial Services on School Campuses
*Originally published in the January/February 2025 issue of Texas School Business on January 10, 2025 The foundation of educational success for students and teachers is deeply intertwined with the cleanliness and maintenance of school facilities. Effective...
The Impact of Clean Schools on Student Success and Teacher Retention
Proper cleaning and maintenance in schools can make a meaningful impact on educational success for both young learners and teachers. Consistent, thorough cleaning to protect against any infectious disease – not just COVID-19 but also norovirus or the flu – can enhance...
Spring Cleaning for Health
With most students and staff members vacating campus for a whole week, educational administrators have a fantastic opportunity to revisit campus cleaning protocols and perform a deep dive in preparation for the end of spring break. Facility teams can use this time to...