In over half a century of teaching it is always interesting how memories of many students from my earliest years seem to resonate with me so long after. Two students come to mind now from the early 1960s. One former student, and former babysitter, because she is currently Premier of Ontario! How could i forget that! Another student is well remembered because Joel was such an unusual and quirky character who just did not fit into any school culture and led me eventually to document his academic… Continue

As a new member of school leadership I am introducing myself with this first post outlining both my professional and personal interests.



I am a former Superintendent of Schools With the York Region School Board, followed by the completion of a doctorate at Ontario Institute for Education. I am currently teaching courses at York University on social justice and equity issues in schools and communities.

I take an annual solo backpacking trip each year after my last class. In 2011,… Continue