“We are so proud of the award recipients for their exemplary accomplishments and for their dedication to creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment for our students. The leadership, and commitment to the vision, mission, and values of the ALCDSB serves as inspiring example for all. Congratulations on your well-deserved recognition”, said Terry Shea, Chair of the Board of Trustees.
Catholic Education Week 2024 Award Recipients:
Archbishop Francis J. Spence Catholic Teacher of the Year Award
Stephanie Whittaker, Classroom Teacher
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic School
L-R: Heather Healey, School Principal, Stephanie Whittaker, Classroom Teacher and Julie, Bell, Classroom Teacher, Our Lady of Mount Carmel.
About the Award: The late Archbishop Spence chose to honour all teachers in the Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board by specifically recognizing one teacher during Catholic Education Week with the Archbishop Francis J. Spence Catholic Teacher of the Year Award. This award recognizes a teacher who exemplifies the spirit of the ALCDSB Mission Statement, meritorious service, and commitment to Catholic education and to the teachings of the Catholic Church. We honour the legacy of Archbishop Spence by presenting this award, which bears his name.
Excellence In Supporting Catholic Education: CUPE, Support Staff and Senior Managers
Meghan Black, Educational Assistant
St. Michael Catholic School
L-R: Katie Durkin, Classroom Teacher, Meghan Black, Educational Assistant, Brad Reitzel, School Principal, St. Michael Catholic School.
About the Award: The Excellence in Supporting Catholic Education Award – CUPE, Support Staff Association and Senior Managers recognizes an individual who demonstrates excellence in the workplace while supporting faith-based education; community service, social justice initiatives; involvement in workplace and/or community life and personal accomplishment.
Contribution to Catholic Education Award
Tania Ouellette, School Secretary
St. Thomas More Catholic School
L-R: Tania Ouellette, School Secretary and Sandra Fragoso, School Principal, St, Thomas More Catholic School
About the Award: The Contribution to Catholic Education Award is meant to recognize an individual, group or organization which has made a significant visible contribution to the school system but particularly to either or both of the staff and students of the system.
The Katharine Award
Pat Farrell, Classroom Teacher
Regiopolis-Notre Dame Catholic High School
L-R: Pat Farrell, Classroom Teacher and Nick Woolley, School Principal, Regiopolis-Notre Dame Catholic High School.
About the Award: The Katharine Award honours an individual, group or school whose charitable efforts honour the spirit of giving of the late Katharine Splinter and are consistent with the character of the system as expressed in its mission statement.
Adult Volunteer Award
Angie Beland, Volunteer
J.J. O’Neill Catholic School
L-R: Angie Beland, Volunteer and Kevin Dorey, School Principal, J.J. O'Neill Catholic School.
About the Award: The Adult Volunteer Award recognizes exemplary volunteer services to the benefit of staff and students.
Secondary Student Volunteer Award
Samara DeJonge, Grade 12
Holy Cross Catholic Secondary School
L-R: Anna Coe, Vice-Principal, Samara DeJonge, Grade 12 Student, Terri Daniel, School Principal, Stacy Check-Drumm, Classroom Teacher, Holy Cross Cathlic Secondary School.
About the Award: The Secondary Student Volunteer of the Year Awards recognize an individual who has provided exemplary services to a school, to the benefit of the students and staff of that site.
Elementary Student Volunteer Award
Mason Martin, Grade 8
St. Martha Catholic School
L-R: Lisa Bickerstaffe, School Principal, Mason Martin, Grade 8 Student, St. Martha Catholic School.
About the Award: The Elementary Student Volunteer of the Year Awards recognize an individual who has provided exemplary services to a school, to the benefit of the students and staff of that site.
To learn more about the Award recipients please see the 2024 CEW Awards Poster.
About Catholic Education Week:
Each year during the first full week in May the ALCDSB recognizes the significant contributions that Catholic Education has made to the community, the province and to Canada.
Learn more: ocsta.on.ca
