Our People

At Phil & Jennie Gaglardi Academy, our dedicated team—including the Board of Directors, Leadership Team, teachers, educational support staff, operational support staff, and administrative staff—works together to walk alongside students, discipling them in faith and education.

Our teachers and educational support staff inspire students academically while nurturing Godly character and a strong Biblical worldview. Behind the scenes, our operational and administrative staff ensure a safe, efficient, and supportive learning environment.

Guided by our Board and Leadership Team, we are committed to fostering each student’s growth—spiritually, academically, and personally—so they can flourish as disciples of Christ in all areas of life.

Board of Directors

Our dedicated Board of Directors provides leadership and oversight, ensuring Phil & Jennie Gaglardi Academy stays true to its mission and values. They prayerfully guide the school's vision, fostering a Christ-centered learning environment for our students.

For any inquiries to the board, please contact Nic Lavertur, Board Secretary, at board.secretary@gaglardiacademy.ca.

Evan Allnutt
  • Board Chair
Nic Lavertu
  • Board Secretary
Keith Chigutei
  • Board Treasurer
Abel O'Brennan
  • Board Member
Bruce Hiller
  • Board Member
Joy Tansky
  • Board Member
Esther Stubbs
  • Board Member

Leadership Team

Our Leadership Team provides strategic direction and spiritual guidance, ensuring Phil & Jennie Gaglardi Academy remains faithful to its mission of discipleship through education. With a heart for both academic excellence and spiritual growth, they prayerfully lead the school, equipping students to thrive in faith, learning, and life.

Bérénice MacKenzie
  • Principal
Cathy Kennedy
  • Vice Principal, LST
Jeff Bobyk
  • Business Manager
Catherine Hewgill
  • Inclusive Education Manager

Administration

Joshua Clark
  • Faith Director
Chris McKague
  • High School Math, PE, Athletic Director
Melissa Taylor
  • Administrative Assistant
Jessica Pollard
  • Administrative Assistant
Teagan Hidber
  • Bookkeeper
Dianna Smith
  • Librarian Teacher

Elementary Teachers

Chelsea Sugrue
  • Kindergarten
Sheila Marshall
  • Grade 1
Mariel De Castro
  • Grade 2
Nitisha Raj Talluri
  • Grade 2/3
Kendal Allnutt
  • Grade 3
Heather Taylor
  • Grade 3
Tina Jones
  • Grade 4
Courtney Davies
  • Grade 5
Pauline MacDougall
  • Grades 5/6
Brenton Rae
  • Grade 6
Candice Woloshyn
  • Fine Arts Teacher
Chris McKague
  • High School Math, PE, Athletic Director

High School Teachers

Steph Oostenbrink
  • Grade 7
Alex du Boulay
  • High School Teacher, Learning Support Teacher
Daniel Roy
  • High School Sciences
Joy Tansky
  • Gr. 10-12 Homeroom, Jr. Humanities
Kiri Erb
  • Bible
Chris McKague
  • High School Math, PE, Athletic Director
Justin Streeton
  • Shop Teacher, Educational Assistant
Janell Bouzan
  • Foods Teacher, Gr. 7-12 Math Education Assistant

Learning Support

Catherine Hewgill
  • Inclusive Education Manager
Cathy Kennedy
  • Vice Principal, LST
Alex du Boulay
  • High School Teacher, Learning Support Teacher
Michèle Goulet
  • Learning Support Teacher
Kianna Bergeron
  • Education Assistant
Emma Bobyk
  • Education Assistant
Janell Bouzan
  • Foods Teacher, Gr. 7-12 Math Education Assistant
Sarah Dyjur
  • Education Assistant
Judy Gytenbeek
  • Education Assistant
Julie Hogendoorn
  • Education Assistant
Dana Okuma
  • Education Assistant
Chantiel Rose
  • Education Assistant
Justin Streeton
  • Shop Teacher, Educational Assistant

Little Sprouts Christian Early Learning Center

Amy Morrisey
  • Preschool Director, ECE