The local Catholic School Board has finalized its leadership team for the upcoming year.
At Tuesday’s Inaugural meeting of the Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board, they selected the Board Chair and Vice-Chair and released the Director’s Report.
The details are included below.
Chair and Vice-Chair of the Board Announced
The Board of Trustees has acclaimed Brian Evoy, as Chair of the Board, Joanne Belanger, as Vice-Chair of the Board and Shawn Murphy as Chair of the Finance and Operations Committee.
“Building on the foundation of my first term as Chair, I am enthusiastic about the work before us as we launch the 2025–2030 Multi-Year Strategic Plan,” said Brian Evoy, Chair of the Board. “Our focus will include enhancing educational programs, expanding mental health resources, and ensuring that our newly built facilities remain safe, welcoming, and conducive to learning.”
“Our commitment to equity and inclusion will continue to guide us, ensuring that every student is empowered to achieve their full potential through faith and service.”
A special thank you to Father Tim Harrison for joining the Board of Trustees, Senior Admin team, and other guests who came together to the Inaugural Meeting of the Board.
Director’s Annual Report 2025
See Annual Report online: Director’s Annual Report – Our Board – Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board
At the Inaugural Meeting of the Board, Director DeSantis shared the 2025 Director’s Annual Report. The report highlights the outstanding achievements of our Catholic learning communities from this past year.
“As I prepare to retire in January, I do so with immense pride in what we have accomplished together. The growth of our system, in student achievement, in faith formation, and in the leadership capacity that sustains our mission, speaks to the strength of our collective vocation as Catholic educators,” said David DeSantis, Director of Education.
“It is my profound honour to present the 2025 Director’s Annual Report to our Board of Trustees and Catholic community. May it stand as a testament to our shared purposes and a reminder that, in all things, we build faith-filled learning communities where each member is loved, inspired, and successful.”
