Lisa Wolfman
Recording Secretary
I have been an Elementary Teacher with the York Region District School Board for 25 years. I completed my Masters of Education in 2002, acquired a Specialist in Special Education (Social Adjustment), many Additional Qualifications such as, Reading Recovery and my Principal’s Qualifications and was an Executive Member of the Elementary Teacher’s Federation on Ontario – York Region (2002).
I have lived and worked in Richmond Hill since 2000 and am the parent of two daughters who were adopted from China. Both of my daughters attended Public School in York Region. My vast experience as an Elementary Teacher has enabled me to perform a wide spectrum of duties and render varying responsibilities throughout my career with the YRDSB. Some of my involvement encompassed program development and delivery, consultation and liaison with community partners, and research and evaluation.
My passion is to see equity and inclusivity for all and to stomp out social injustice. I have chaired and been an active member of many Equity and Inclusivity Committees as well as Social Justice Committees throughout my teaching profession. I understand how difficult and intimidating it may be for newcomers to Canada to navigate our education system and am willing to lend my support in any capacity.
I have been an Active Board Member of Social Planning Council of York Region since 2016, serving as Recording Secretary for the past 3 years.
Yvonne is a Community and Partnership Developer with the Inclusive School and Community Services Department of the York Region District School Board.
Gurneet brings her passions from food and social justice to move the community with dignity and creativity at the forefront.
Sharon Simpson is employed by Labour Community Services which is a project of the Toronto & York Region Labour Council in partnership with United Way Greater Toronto. Sharon has been working in the not-for profit social services sector since the early 80s.
Lori Yaccato has been a Social Worker and Educator for 25 years. She specializes in supporting women, people with disabilities and low income residents to achieve financial independence and quality of life.
I have been an Elementary Teacher with the York Region District School Board for 25 years. My passion is to see equity and inclusivity for all and to stomp out social injustice. I have chaired and been an active member of many Equity and Inclusivity Committees as well as Social Justice Committees throughout my teaching profession.
Kelly Dunn has been a high school History and Social Science teacher for 23 years. She is interested in education, environmental issues, and community advocacy. Kelly lives in Markham with her husband and three children.
Rebecca Pacheco graduated with a Masters of Social Work from Ryerson University and has lived in York Region for 25 years.
Katrina is an activist and is passionate about social justice issues and education.