Representing more than 300 Superintendents and Directors of Education from Ontario’s 32 public school boards

  • “Promoting learning, well-being and belonging through an anti-oppressive lens. 
    I am a Supervisory Officer.”

    - LIANA THOMPSON, GRAND ERIE DSB
    - LIANA THOMPSON, GRAND ERIE DSB
  • “Leading and supporting equity of opportunity and equitable outcomes for all students. 
    I am a Supervisory Officer.”

    - JESS SILVER, LIMESTONE DSB
    - JESS SILVER, LIMESTONE DSB
  • “Involving leaders, staff, students, families, and communities for student success and well-being. 
    I am a Supervisory Officer.”

    - SHEILA BUILDER, THAMES VALLEY DSB
    - SHEILA BUILDER, THAMES VALLEY DSB
  • “Establishing inclusive, decolonized, and responsive spaces for all stakeholders' voices and needs.
    I am a Supervisory Officer.”

    - JAMES BRAKE, KAWARTHA PINE RIDGE DSB
    - JAMES BRAKE, KAWARTHA PINE RIDGE DSB
  • "Championing equity, anti-oppressive, and decolonizing leadership practices designed to create optimal conditions for student learning.
    I am a Supervisory Officer.”

    CAMILLE LOGAN, PEEL DSB
    CAMILLE LOGAN, PEEL DSB
  • “Creating and supporting the conditions necessary for students to thrive. 

    I am a Supervisory Officer.

    - RONI FELSEN, TORONTO DSB
    - RONI FELSEN, TORONTO DSB
  • “Creating a culture of continuous system learning and improvement for better outcomes for all students.
    I am a Supervisory Officer.”

    EVELYN GIANNOPOULOS, UGDSB
    EVELYN GIANNOPOULOS, UGDSB
  • "Empowering students to fulfill their potential alongside families, staff, and community, by nurturing student achievement and well-being.

    I am a Supervisory Officer."

    - BEN HAZZARD, LAMBTON KENT DSB
    - BEN HAZZARD, LAMBTON KENT DSB
  • Focusing on leadership through a research-based, anti-oppressive, anti-racist lens, with an emphasis on positive mental health for all.  
    I am a Supervisory Officer.”

    - JAMILA MALIHA, KAWARTHA PINE RIDGE DSB
    - JAMILA MALIHA, KAWARTHA PINE RIDGE DSB
  • “Committed to empowering student voices, promoting equity, and fostering culturally safe spaces where every student can thrive.
    I am a Supervisory Officer.”

    SHANNON BAILEY, KEEWATIN PATRICIA DSB
    SHANNON BAILEY, KEEWATIN PATRICIA DSB
  • “Eliminating barriers for marginalized learners to reduce achievement disparities.
    I am a Supervisory Officer.”

    - SHAWN LEHMAN, OTTAWA-CARLETON DSB
    - SHAWN LEHMAN, OTTAWA-CARLETON DSB
  • “Fostering belonging, achieving success, and addressing disparities in educational settings.
    I am a Supervisory Officer.”

    - LYNN STRANGWAY, TORONTO DSB
    - LYNN STRANGWAY, TORONTO DSB

The Ontario Public Supervisory Officers’ Association of dedicated system leaders are deeply committed to a vision for public education where all students and staff regardless of their social identities can truly thrive. We firmly believe that ethical and equitable leadership serve as the drivers for our school systems working to dismantle various forms of oppression and rectify historical disparities in student outcomes.

 

As system leaders, our actions are grounded in the principles of human rights, Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada: Calls to Action, informed by theories of decolonization, anti-racism, and anti-oppression.

 

​​​​​​​​​​We hold the conviction that education should serve as a powerful catalyst for positive change, nurturing inclusivity, fostering a profound sense of belonging, and ultimately enhancing academic achievement, mental health, and well-being for all students.

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We acknowledge that systemic change is urgent to meet the needs of students, families, and communities who have been historically and currently underserved.

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Collectively, we are dedicated to the pursuit of a more just and equitable public education system where every student may reach their full potential.

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