OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM    

   



William Macdonald: Superintendent
Bill brings several years of supervisory experience in both public and private education sectors. Some of his leadership roles include: principal, vice principal, teacher, coach, and guidance department head. In addition, he was a commander of a cadet program in the Canadian Armed Forces. During the past several years he has served at the Toronto District School Board as a secondary school administrator, assigned to schools which have been designated as having special needs. Bill brings organizational genius to our school.

John Elmer: Principal, B.A., M.Ed., Specialist Sp. Ed

An accomplished educator, John brings numerous years of experience in various sectors of the eductaion industry at all levels from elementary to post-secondary. His strengths as a leader and administrator are supported by the breadth and depth of positions he's assumed including principal, lecturer, and consultant. John has played a prominent role in the success of independent private schools as an advocate for strong educational standards. He has positively affected many schools including Great Lakes College, Parkhill Christian Academy, Strathcona Academy, Children's College, York University and the University of Toronto. Along with his Masters of Education, John also has a Specialist certificate in Special Education.

Core Teachers and Electives Program Staff:

Highly motivated and always enthusiastic, our teachers are well liked by all students with their versatile classroom instruction methods.  Each bring their own areas of expertise to form a cohesive, competent, and professional team. 

Mr. Kenny Gao is our numbers expert, currently instructing our Accounting and Math courses.  He is well liked by our students outside 
of the classroom as well with over 12 years of experience playing the piano and active participation in extra-curricular activities such as  table tennis and basketball.


Mr. Scott Gordon is a new member that has become a critical part of our teaching team with his strengths in ESL and Science.  His experience from Japan has facilitated the adaptation process for our international students who are new to studying in Canada.

Ms. Marike Kuchta is our newest additon with exprtise in Guidance, ESL, and Special Education.  As a competitive swimmer and
a climbing wall instructor, she strengthens our school's athletic component.

 

Ms Dallas Orr is our English expert presently teaching English and History.  She has an infectious personality that emits positive 
energy in our school. Her dedication to the success of her students has quickly made her a staff favourite.

 

Mrs. Lorelei Smith is a warm, seasoned professional and our Language Specialist focusing on specialized ESL courses and literacy activities.  She was able to increase the school’s OSSLT average by over 60% in only one teaching term

 

 
Our electives team changes over the term depending on students’ interests.  However, on all terms we have qualified, experienced, professional educators.