DSB1 - Key Persons


Alexandra Gauthier

Job Titles:
  • Student Trustee

Avery Beerman

Job Titles:
  • Indigenous Student Trustee
Avery is serving a one-year term as Indigenous Student Trustee. Avery is passionate about helping to create a better future in schools when it comes to Indigenous culture. Avery is excited to see what lies ahead this year and thrilled to share this experience with her Student Trustee and Student Senator colleagues.

Bob Brush

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Audit Committee
  • Member of the BOARD of TRUSTEES
  • Trustee
  • Trustee, Timmins and Area

Brian Peever

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Audit Committee
  • Member of the BOARD of TRUSTEES
  • Trustee
  • Trustee, Iroquois Falls, Black River, and Matheson
Brian is serving his second term as Trustee. He was born and raised in Iroquois Falls and for the past 35 years has resided in Matheson. He brings experience from 32 years in the municipal field and as a long-standing volunteer in the community. Brian's commitment as Trustee is towards student voice and equity.

Cindy Pye-Reasbeck

Job Titles:
  • Vice - Chair

Crystal Hewey

Job Titles:
  • Trustee
Crystal is serving her first term as Trustee. She brings volunteer experience co-ordinating the student nutrition program at a local elementary school for 8 years. Crystal is also a bookkeeper and previously was a supply secretary within DSB1. She is excited to have the opportunity to create a positive impact on the education of children in the community.

Dennis Draves

Job Titles:
  • Trustee
  • Trustee With
Dennis is a longstanding Trustee with DSB1. He brings experience as an elementary teacher, Vice-Principal and Principal. During his term, he is excited about the four-year strategic plan, specifically the strategic priority of Culture. Dennis' commitment as a Trustee is to build opportunities for students who face barriers graduating in the existing four-year plan.

Derek D'Angelo

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Audit Committee
  • External Audit Partner, KPMG LLP

Douglas Walsh

Job Titles:
  • Trustee

Hayden Bedard

Job Titles:
  • Student Trustee
Hayden is serving a second term as Student Trustee. He is passionate about understanding educational policy and the role it plays in the lives of students. As a Student Trustee, he is committed to empowering students across the board with the resources they need to make positive changes in their schools.

Howard Archibald

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Equity Committee
  • Trustee
  • Indigenous Trustee
Howard is a longstanding Trustee, serving DSB1 since its amalgamation in 1998. Before amalgamation, he served as a Trustee from 1987-1997, a shared term with Wahgoshig First Nation every two years. Howard brings experience from Indigenous knowledge/awareness of cultural and traditional perspectives. He is passionate about Indigenous student success and growth. Howard's commitment as a Trustee is to provide support, guidance, and wisdom for the success of all students.

Jonathan Byer

Job Titles:
  • Chairman of the Audit Committee
  • Member of the BOARD of TRUSTEES
  • Trustee
  • Chairman / Trustee, Englehart
Jonathan is serving his first term as Trustee. He holds a Ph.D. with extensive educational experiences spreading internationally. Jonathan is a published author and has recent experience teaching at Northern College. He is excited about the opportunity to positively affect our education system's direction. His commitment is to promote education and training initiatives that support youth retention and further local job development.

Larry Wiwchar

Job Titles:
  • Trustee
Larry joined the Board in 2021 and is continuing to serve as Trustee. He brings experience as a secondary school teacher and extensive volunteer throughout the region. Larry is passionate about linking the resources of our communities to schools. Larry's commitment as a Trustee is to reflect on community needs.

Lesleigh Dye

Job Titles:
  • Director of Education
  • Member of the Audit Committee

Lisa Edwards

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Audit Committee
  • Superintendent of Business

Melissa Dodge

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Audit Committee
  • Regional Internal Audit Manager

Rosemary Pochopsky

Job Titles:
  • Trustee
  • Trustee With
Rosemary is a longstanding Trustee with DSB1. She brings experience in banking and bookkeeping. She is excited to be a part of a Board that provides all students with every opportunity to succeed. Rosemary's commitment as Trustee is to ensure every student is exposed to the many options available to make an informed and satisfying career choice.

Steve Meunier - Chairman

Job Titles:
  • Chairman
  • Member of the Equity Committee
  • Chairman, Timmins and Area

Steven Pladzyk

Job Titles:
  • Superintendent of Education and Equity Lead