Durham Catholic District School Board (DCDSB), in partnership with its Anti-Black Racism and Black Excellence Advisory Committee, is pleased to present the Equity Invitational Learning Series, focused on identifying and removing barriers, and improving student outcomes.
In the 2024-2025 school year, we are pleased to offer two sessions within the series, each featuring a guest speaker presenting on a topic related to equity and achievement.
DCDSB families, staff, students and community members are invited to attend each, or all of the sessions, which are being offered free of charge. Attend in-person for your chance to win a door prize!
In this session Siobhan Wright and Joel Chiutsi will discuss the lack of representation of Black teachers/educators, school administrators and other senior leadership positions in school boards. Through a multi-stakeholder engagement style, Siobhan and Joel will guide a conversation that will help to identify systemic barriers to representation of Black educators in education. The discussion will help to develop practical strategies for promoting equity and inclusion, and improving the experience of Black students in schools.
The DCDSB Black Student Excellence Award nominees and award recipient will also be honoured during this event.
Learn about the guest speakers below.
About Siobhan Wright |
Siobhan Wright is currently a Superintendent of Education at the York Catholic District School Board. She is an excellent educator with a very clear vision and determination to build supportive schools that can address some of the challenges our communities are facing today. Siobhan persistently believes that change is always possible. In her time as a superintendent of education, she has been able to inspire change at YCDSB. Siobhan embraces Catholic values in her belief that all people from various walks of life can come together and work successfully towards the same goal. She values cultural diversity in the board and is always looking for ways to celebrate it. She models inclusivity to staff, parents and students by treating everyone equitably and with great respect. Siobhan’s contribution to equity includes various leadership roles within her board and throughout Ontario. She is a published writer on equity for educational leadership and continues to speak for various organizations and institutions such as York University and Queen's University. Siobhan Wright was recently named the Ontario recipient of the OCSOA EXL Award For Excellence in Leadership for her outstanding contributions to equity in the education system. |
About Joel Chiutsi |
Currently serving as the Superintendent of Education for School Leadership at the York Catholic District School Board since 2021, Joel plays a crucial role in overseeing K-12 schools. As the Chair of the YCDSB Race and Cultural Identity Pillar, he forged strong connections with various communities, cataloged resources for schools, engaged in community consultations, and addressed structural barriers to student engagement. In addition to his administrative roles, Joel actively contributed to various York Catholic District School Board committees, served as an Anti-Black Racism Presenter, and collaborated with organizations such as York University, Queen's University, and the Catholic Principal Council (CPCO). Joel is a passionate servant leader who has invested critical time in developing leaders in his sphere of influence. His ongoing commitment to mentorship and leadership development is evident in his active coaching and mentoring of aspiring principals and vice-principals. He aims to build capacity and confidence in educational leaders, fostering a new generation of impactful educators. Furthermore, Joel has been published as an author and is currently pursuing a doctorate in educational leadership, showcasing his dedication to continuous learning and advancement in the field. |
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