Board of Trustees

Committee Memberships

• Audit Committee
• Parent Involvement Committee
• Supervised Alternative Learning Committee

Dennis is a longstanding Trustee with DSB1. He brings experience as an elementary teacher, Vice-Principal and Principal. During his term, he is excited about the four-year strategic plan, specifically the strategic priority of Culture. Dennis’ commitment as a Trustee is to build opportunities for students who face barriers graduating in the existing four-year plan.

Howard is a longstanding Trustee, serving DSB1 since its amalgamation in 1998. Before amalgamation, he served as a Trustee from 1987-1997, a shared term with Wahgoshig First Nation every two years. Howard brings experience from Indigenous knowledge/awareness of cultural and traditional perspectives. He is passionate about Indigenous student success and growth. Howard’s commitment as a Trustee is to provide support, guidance, and wisdom for the success of all students.

Larry joined the Board in 2021 and is continuing to serve as Trustee. He brings experience as a secondary school teacher and extensive volunteer throughout the region. Larry is passionate about linking the resources of our communities to schools. Larry’s commitment as a Trustee is to reflect on community needs.

Jonathan is serving his first term as Trustee. He holds a Ph.D. with extensive educational experiences spreading internationally. Jonathan is a published author and has recent experience teaching at Northern College. He is excited about the opportunity to positively affect our education system’s direction. His commitment is to promote education and training initiatives that support youth retention and further local job development.

Rosemary is a longstanding Trustee with DSB1. She brings experience in banking and bookkeeping. She is excited to be a part of a Board that provides all students with every opportunity to succeed. Rosemary’s commitment as Trustee is to ensure every student is exposed to the many options available to make an informed and satisfying career choice.

Crystal is serving her first term as Trustee. She brings volunteer experience co-ordinating the student nutrition program at a local elementary school for 8 years. Crystal is also a bookkeeper and previously was a supply secretary within DSB1. She is excited to have the opportunity to create a positive impact on the education of children in the community.

Steve is serving his second term as Trustee. He brings a significant amount of governance experience from serving on provincial and national Boards. He is excited about the efforts that have been made in our schools and classrooms to foster and support both student and staff well-being and mental health.

Steve’s commitment as Trustee is to continue to foster and support well-being and mental health, build collaborative relationships, champion equity and inclusivity and empower ethical leadership.

Brian is serving his second term as Trustee. He was born and raised in Iroquois Falls and for the past 35 years has resided in Matheson. He brings experience from 32 years in the municipal field and as a long-standing volunteer in the community. Brian’s commitment as Trustee is towards student voice and equity.

Cindy is serving her second term as Trustee. She brings experience from an Economic Development background, specifying in Entrepreneurship Education and Development. She is also a member of the Board of Governors of Northern College, a community volunteer and a skating coach. She is passionate about the vast potential for innovations in education. Cindy’s commitment as Trustee is to listen; to be open and honest, and lead with integrity, always having students at the forefront of decisions.

Avery is serving a one-year term as Indigenous Student Trustee. Avery is passionate about helping to create a better future in schools when it comes to Indigenous culture.  Avery is excited to see what lies ahead this year and thrilled to share this experience with her Student Trustee and Student Senator colleagues.