Wendy lives in Saskatoon with her husband Jason, two sons, Riley and Brody and their dog, Kodi.  She has worked in 7 different Collegiates for the Saskatoon Public School Division in a variety of roles – teacher, learning coordinator, athletic director, vice-principal, and principal. Currently the principal at Centennial Collegiate, she has found focusing on Wellness and building relationships with staff and students a critical aspect in her role as a leader, especially following the pandemic. She enjoys outdoor activities, reading, puzzles, travel, and great conversation.

Jennifer Brokofsky has served as a teacher, consultant, vice principal, and coordinator in Saskatoon Public Schools.  Currently she is the proud principal of Lawson Heights School in Saskatoon and a Sessional Lecturer at University of Saskatchewan. She is passionate about learning and supporting educators and students alike to reach their greatest potential. As a learner herself her current learning journey has her exploring Reconciliation, Nature Based Learning and Mathematics education. Jennifer enjoys being in nature, and spending time with family and friends.

Jill Clapson is a principal at École St. Gerard School within the Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools. She is passionate about language development and literacy for English as an Additional Language learners in French Immersion programs. A strong believer in the synergy of collaboration, Jill creates experiential learning for school teams to support students’ diverse needs. Prior to this, she worked in a rural school in the North East School Division. Jill enjoys kayaking, soccer, and water skiing and believes in always growing.

Tansi, my name is Jackie Durocher. I am a proud member of Lac La Ronge Indian band, my home community is Buffalo Narrows. As an Indigenous women in Leadership , I enjoy sharing my passion for Education. Currently I am a Superintendent of Education for Northern Lights School Division #113. I have 30 years’ experience in a variety of roles within our school division.

Davin lives in Meadow Lake, Saskatchewan with his wife and three children where he works as the Deputy Director of Education with the Northwest School Division.  He completed his doctorate degree with a focus on educational leadership at the University of Calgary.  Over the past eight years, he has taught multiple courses in the areas of foundations, curriculum and leadership at the graduate and undergraduate levels as both the University of Regina and the University of Saskatchewan.

Jennifer Hingley is a Métis woman that grew up in variety of communities in the province of Saskatchewan.  She is a proud graduate of the SUNTEP program (class of 1996) and completed a Master of Education in 2014.  Jennifer started her teaching career in Northern Saskatchewan and spent the bulk of her career with Saskatoon Public Schools where she served as a teacher, Consultant and Coordinator of First Nation and Métis Education and elementary school principal. Jennifer is currently a Superintendent of Schools with Saskatchewan Rivers Public School Division. Jennifer is a tireless advocate for First Nation and Métis people. At the heart of her work is improving learning outcomes for First Nation, Inuit and Métis students.  She believes that this will happen with a focus on student, family and community engagement; the development of cross-cultural competency in all staff and students; and in the implementation of quality teaching that is premised on the beliefs and practices of First Nation and Métis people. She has had the honour of leading and facilitating professional learning to support student and community engagement, to encourage the development of cross-cultural competency in staff and to work side by side with teachers in their classrooms to support the implementation of holistic instructional strategies and First Nation and Métis worldview.

I get to be a Learning Superintendent with Prairie Spirit School Division.  In addition to supporting principals and vice principals across our school division through the Admin Planning Team and our Administrative Leadership Team, it is my great privilege to hold the portfolio for Indigenous Perspectives, Partnerships and Outcomes.  I have worked in education in three provinces, numerous schools and grade levels, and have 10 years of experience as a school principal.  I am very excited to be learning alongside so many great people at this year’s SPSC.

Amy Orth started her teaching career in 2004 and has been a school administrator since 2012.  She likes to learn about leadership and is passionate about exploring ways for systems and organizations to improve their performance – how ever that might be defined.  Amy works with STF Professional Learning to facilitate learning opportunities for other educational leaders and recently completed a McDowell research project called “Female Leaders and their Impact on School Culture in Saskatchewan”.    She has two small kids and one husband and when not working, can usually be found making someone a snack.  

I am a researcher interested in anything to do with education, building community, and the social determinants of health. I am a social justice theorist and a mixed methodologist. I completed my master’s with a thesis in Curriculum Studies at the U of S and recently completed a Ph D in Health Sciences from the College of Medicine.
For the last 34 years I have worked in the context of elementary schools while going back to university. I have been a school-based administrator for the last 22 years. My husband Barry and I have five daughters in a blended family, a grandson, and I can’t forget our dog, Daisy!

Darran has over 30 years of working in the Education Sector.  First as a middle years' teacher then an elementary school administrator in Yorkton.  Darran has been a Superintendent of Education with Good Spirit School Division and Superintendent of School Operations for Prairie South School Division, where he currently works. He is part of a senior administration team that believes strongly in a people-first philosophy and the concept of learning together. Along with data analysis, “collective common sense” is a driving force behind the decisions that are made. As a Superintendent of School Operations, he has the responsibility of supporting the elementary schools in Moose Jaw, Assiniboia, and Caronport as well as two Hutterite Colonies. His portfolio items have included leading  Outcome-Based Reporting, School Libraries, School Community Councils, Technology Department, and Band. Darran believes strongly in the impact school leadership has on student learning. Darran is married with three adult children.  He enjoys running, biking and cross-country skiing.

Hello! My name is Kyra Christiansen, and I was born and raised in Nipawin, Saskatchewan. I just recently graduated from the college of education, at the U of S, with my B.Ed degree. My teaching areas are Visual Art and English and I am currently acting as a substitute teacher for Saskatoon Public School Division. I look forward to one day getting a permanent position in hopefully a secondary Arts classroom, but no matter what I end up teaching I will make sure to infuse my creativity and artistic perspectives into everything I do. I am excited to have the opportunity to help out in any way I can at this year’s SPSC event, and I look forward to meeting everyone in attendance. Thanks!

Aanii! I am Matthew Recollet, a proud Anishinaabe from Whitefish River First Nations in Ontario. Currently, in my fourth year of the Education program at the University of Saskatchewan, I am passionate about integrating Western Sciences and Indigenous Knowledge in high school education, with a focus on Land Based teachings. As the assistant to the Director of the SPSC in 2023, I am thrilled for this opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of the organization. I aspire to inspire curiosity and foster a deeper understanding of social justice issues, Indigenous ways of Knowing, and community realization. Beyond my academic pursuits, I am also deeply passionate about land stewardship and sustainability. When I am not immersing myself in educational endeavors, I enjoy reading, staying active, exploring the outdoors, and cherishing moments with loved ones. I am excited and grateful for the valuable experiences that lie ahead.