| Year Started at WPGA: 1996
| First Position Title: Teacher
| Current Position Title: Head of School
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| First Position Title: Teacher
| Current Position Title: Head of School
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| Year Started at WPGA: 2002
| First Position Title: Grade 3 Homeroom teacher (3AR)
| First Position Title: Grade 3 Homeroom teacher (3AR)
| Current Position Title: Vice Principal, Learning, Junior School
Looking back, what’s a moment at WPGA that has stayed with you — one that shaped who you are today?
One of the moments that has stayed with me most is watching students grow in confidence over time — especially those who may not have initially believed in themselves. Seeing a student discover their voice, overcome challenges, and realize their potential is incredibly meaningful. Those experiences continually remind me why education matters and have shaped me into a more patient, compassionate, and intentional educator.
What does the WPGA community mean to you, and why?
The WPGA community means connection, support, and shared purpose. It’s a place where faculty, students, and families work together to create an environment centered on growth and care. What makes this community special is the genuine commitment people have toward one another’s success and well-being.
How have you seen WPGA grow or change over the years — and what’s remained the same?
Over the years, I’ve seen WPGA continue to evolve in exciting ways — through expanded opportunities for students, innovative approaches to learning, and a growing sense of diversity and inclusion. At the same time, what has remained constant is the school’s heart: a strong commitment to nurturing students not only academically, but personally and ethically as well.
What’s one lesson or value from WPGA that you carry into your life beyond school?
One value I carry with me is the importance of leading with empathy. WPGA reinforces the idea that meaningful relationships and understanding others are at the core of effective teaching and learning. That perspective influences how I approach both my professional and personal life every day.
As we celebrate 30 years, what’s your hope or vision for the next 30?
My hope for the next 30 years is that WPGA continues to grow as a place where students feel inspired, supported, and empowered to make a difference in the world. I hope the school continues to honour its strong sense of community while embracing innovation and preparing future generations with confidence, compassion, and integrity.
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Ciara Corcoran
| Year Started at WPGA: 1996| First Position Title: Grade 4 Homeroom Teacher| Current Position Title: Head of Junior School
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Jonathan Pike
| Year Started at WPGA: 1996
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Charlotte Anthony
| Year Started at WPGA: 1996
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John Pope
| Year Started at WPGA: 1996
| First Position Title:
Grade 3 Homeroom Teacher, Music Teacher K & Gr 1, PE Teacher| Current Position Title:
Materials Design Teacher (Woodwork, Woodturning, Jewellery)
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Kirsten Bowles
| Year Started at WPGA: 1997
| First Position Title: Grade 2 Homeroom Teacher| Current Position Title: Counselling Department Head, Junior School -
Warren Lee
| Year Started at WPGA: 1998
| First Position Title: Part-time Swim coach and Instructor| Current Position Title: Vice Principal, Student Life -
Niamh McAllister
| Year Started at WPGA: 1999
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Jennifer Gunasekera
| Year started at WPGA: 1998
| First Position Title: Grade 5/6 Teacher
| Current Position Title: Director of Enrolment
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Devin St-Amour
| Year Started at WPGA: 2002
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Lindsay Haider
| Year started at WPGA: 2006
| First Position title: Assistant debate coach 2006
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Susie Neil
| Year Started at WPGA: 1996
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Chelsey Muschamp
| Year started at WPGA: 1997
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Ralph Huygens
| Year Started at WPGA: 2002
| First Position Title: Deputy Head of Senior School and Director of Student Services| Current Position Title: Assistant Head of Senior School
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Alfred Lu
| Year Started at WPGA: 2005
| First Position Title: Teacher| Current Position Title: Teacher
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Jodie Nitta
| Year Started at WPGA: 1997
| First Position Title: Japanese Teacher & Music Teacher| Current Position Title: Grade 2 Homeroom Teacher
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Selina Mui
| Year Started at WPGA: 1997
| First Position Title: Specialist Support Teacher, Grade 4 Homeroom Teacher, English and Social Studies Teacher, Grade 5 Homeroom Teacher| Current Position Title: Skills Resource Teacher -
Sarah Fast
| Year Started at WPGA: 2005
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Krista Scaligine
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Margot Harms
| Year Started at WPGA: 2002
| First Position Title: Visual Arts specialist
| Current Position Title: Visual Arts and Architecture specialist. Fine and Performing Arts Department Head
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Bruce Ito
| Year Started at WPGA: 2002
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Steve McCauley
| Year Started at WPGA: 2005
| First Position Title: PE Teacher
| Current Position Title: Film and TV Teacher
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Darryl Lee
| Year Started at WPGA: 2001
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Lorraine Weir
| Year Started at WPGA: 2000
| First Position Title: Grade 2 Homeroom Teacher and French Teacher| Current Position Title: JS French Teacher for Grades 5 and 6 -
Colleen Anderson
| Year Started at WPGA: 2003
| First Position Title: Teacher on Call -
Alex Ross
| Year Started at WPGA: 2002
| First Position Title: Grade 3 Homeroom Teacher (3AR)
| Current Position Title: Vice Principal, Learning, Junior School
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Rhonda Hubbard
| Year Started at WPGA: 2001
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Jenise Boland
| Year Started at WPGA: 2006
| First Position Title: Teacher, Social Studies
| Current Position Title: Dr Jenise Boland, PhD, coordinator Global Studies Diploma Program; Model UN Coach
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Larry Lei
| Year Started at WPGA: 2000| First Position Title: Senior School Mandarin Teacher| Current Position Title: Senior School Mandarin Teacher -
Shaun Lum
| Year Started at WPGA: 2015
| First Position Title: Site Services/Athletic Director Assistant 2015
(Kindergarten Student - 1998)
| Current Position Title: Safety and Security Coordinator
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Wally
| Year Started at WPGA: 2005
| First Position Title: School Mascot
| Current Position Title: Chief School Spirit Officer
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