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MEET OUR TEAM

At Nbisiing Secondary School, our staff are more than just educators—they are mentors, leaders, and community members dedicated to empowering each student on their path to mno-bmaadziwin, or “the good life.” Our team is committed to providing a culturally grounded education that helps students reach their full potential academically, socially, and spiritually.

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Our Educators: Nurturing Minds and Spirits

Our teachers bring expertise in a variety of fields, from traditional teachings and land-based education to modern subjects like technology, media, and science. They guide students through a curriculum that blends Indigenous knowledge with the Ontario Secondary School Diploma requirements, ensuring every learner receives a well-rounded education that honours both their heritage and future aspirations.

 

Leadership: A Vision for the Future

The leadership team at Nbisiing is dedicated to advancing the school’s mission of fostering a safe, inclusive, and culturally rich learning environment. With a deep commitment to Indigenous education, our administrators work closely with the community to shape the direction of the school, ensuring that Nbisiing remains a place where tradition and innovation thrive side by side.

 

Support Staff: Ensuring Success

Behind the scenes, our support staff plays an essential role in the daily operations of Nbisiing Secondary School. From student services to transportation and administration, our team ensures that students have everything they need to succeed both inside and outside the classroom.

Together, our staff strives to create an environment where students feel valued, supported, and inspired to reach their fullest potential. At Nbisiing, education is more than academics—it's about community, culture, and lifelong growth.

Team Members

Lacy 
Farrell

Lacy
Farrell

Principal

Carole 
Couillar

Carole
Couillar

Student Success Lead

Lisa 
Palangio

Lisa
Palangio

Nutrition Program Coordinator

Melanie 
Beaucage

Melanie
Beaucage

Anishnaabemowin and Cultural Lead

Sarah 
Fisher

Sarah
Fisher

Education Assistant

Allen 
Commanda

Allen
Commanda

Day Time Custodian

Jennifer 
O'Driscoll

Jennifer
O'Driscoll

Vice Principal

Ashley 
Leblanc

Ashley
Leblanc

Special Education Lead

Rosemarie 
Erb

Rosemarie
Erb

Geography, Visual Art, and Fashion

Reid 
Morris

Reid
Morris

Mathematics and Athletics Lead

Chelsy 
Faubert

Chelsy
Faubert

Education Assistant

Kenn 
Boudreau

Kenn
Boudreau

Night Time Custodian

Natasha 
Boshaw

Natasha
Boshaw

Office Administrator

Kayla 
Knight

Kayla
Knight

Co-op and Dual Credit Teacher

Albina 
Lavictoire

Albina
Lavictoire

Literacy and Credit Recovery

Kayla 
Liberty

Kayla
Liberty

English and Literacy

Leah 
Rutherford

Leah
Rutherford

Education Assistant

Jacob Moreau

Jacob Moreau

Science Teacher, Tory Fisher Nbisiing Naadziwin Land Based Program & Cultural Lead

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