Every week we celebrate SMCDSB staff members who have been recognized by a parent, student or colleague.
This week we are celebrating Kristen McDade, a
principal at Our Lady of Grace Catholic School. Kristen was nominated by a colleague who said:
“Over the past month at OLG we have suffered great losses at our school.
Kristen McDade has gone over and beyond the call of duty as our principal to ensure that staff, students, and families have all been mentally, physically, and emotionally supported in every way possible. Kirsten is the strongest person I have ever met, with exceptional skills, and kindness, and is overall astonishing.
She is always the first person to spring into action regardless of the situation at hand, and always seems to be able to diffuse anything that comes her way. We would like to take this opportunity to thank Kristen for her outstanding leadership as we navigate through this school year. You are truly a blessing to our school, community, and to our board. Thank you for all that you do.”
This week we are also celebrating Charlotte Traverse, a principal at St. Mary’s Catholic School in Collingwood. Charlotte was nominated by a colleague who said:
“Charlotte is the heart of St. Mary's School, known for her unwavering dedication to both her students and the school community. No matter how busy her schedule is, she always finds time to chat with students in the hall or in the office, offering a listening ear or a word of encouragement. Her approachable demeanour fosters an environment where students and staff feel valued and heard, making her not just an administrator, but a true advocate for their success.”
We would like to thank Kristen and Charlotte for their commitment to Catholic education at our board.