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    Sarah Archer
    Manager of Housekeeping; Asst. Wolfe House Director
    819-876-7891 ext 261
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    Marisol Calva
    Assistant Wolfe House Director
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    Joshua Delorme
    Teacher, English, Humanities; Asst. Davis House Director
    BIO
     
    B.Ed. McGill University

    At Stanstead College since…
    2021

    Hometown
    Lac Brome, Quebec
      
    If I had to describe my job it would be...
    A new and exciting challenge every day!

    When I’m not working at Stanstead College, I am...
    Trying to get through my PVR, watching sports, recording my podcast, friends, family, as much as I can!

    A person/book/song/place/etc. that has inspired me
    “Let us learn to show our friendship for a man when he is alive and not after he is dead.”
    – F. Scott Fitzgerald, The Great Gatsby

    Other jobs I've had
    I help manage the family ski shop.

    A thing you may not know about me
    I am absolutely petrified of heights!
     
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    Magali Gagnon
    Teacher, French, Drama; Bugbee House Director; Student Life
    819-876-7891 ext 252
    BIO
     
    BA

    At Stanstead College since…
    2014

    Hometown
    St-Marc-de-Latour, Que.

    If I had to describe my job it would be…
    Simply amazing! Making sure students have a memorable time here at Stanstead College!

    When I’m not working at Stanstead College, I am...
    Spending time with my family, playing basketball, visiting new places.

    A person/book/song/place/etc. that has inspired me
    "When somebody hurts you they take the power over you, if you don't forgive them then they keep the power. Forgive people and than you will be able to forgive yourself." - from the Diary of a Mad Black Woman

    Other jobs I've had
    Drama teacher, childhood educator, heritage interpreter

    A thing you may not know about me
    I have Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), which means I sprain and break parts of my body very often. If you see me walking with a cane, it is absolutely normal! I am also trypophobic... Google it!

    Most memorable moment at Stanstead College
    The 2021 water fight was one of the most beautiful moments I've witnessed in 6 years here.

    Finally...
    I am grateful to be part of the Stanstead College family.
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    Karina Guerrera
    Teacher, French; Athletics Associate; Wolfe House Director
    819-876-7891 ext 272
    BIO
     
    BS, Food Science and Nutrition, McGill University 
    MA, Sports Management and Coaching, Link Campus University 

    At Stanstead College since…
    2022

    Hometown
    Montreal, Qc

    If I had to describe my job it would be…
    Helping with English of second language, assistant coach for the varsity soccer and varsity girls hockey team. 

    When I’m not working at Stanstead College, I am...
    Busy having quality time with my dog.

    A person/book/song/place/etc. that has inspired me
    Definitely my parents who taught me to never give up. 

    Other jobs I've had
    Coaching young athletes and receptionist
      
    A thing you may not know about me
    Played professional soccer in Italy for one full year

    Most memorable moment at Stanstead College
    As a student, winning the CAIS championship in girl's soccer and scoring the winning goal

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    Laura Kirby
    Teacher, Math, Science, Humanities; Head of Science; Assistant Webster House Director
    819-876-7891, ext. 256
    BIO
     
    B.Ed, BSc Science Teaching Major-Chemistry Concentration and Secondary Education; M.Ed Bishop's University

    At Stanstead College since…
    2015
     
    Hometown
    Ste-Catherine-de-Hatley, Quebec
     
    If I had to describe my job it would be…
    Exhilarating! Working at Stanstead College makes me very happy. The faculty and students are enthusiastic and full of energy.
     
    When I’m not working at Stanstead College, I am...
    Cooking/baking, reading, painting, watching movies, running, hiking, biking, visiting family
     
    A person/book/song/place/etc. that has inspired me
    "The River of Dreams" by Billy Joel
     
    Other jobs I've had
    I consider myself very fortunate. I got hired by Stanstead College directly out of university. As a student in university, I worked as a replacement teacher and tutored.
     
    A thing you may not know about me
    I have never flown.
     
    Most memorable moment at Stanstead College
    I don't think I can choose one memorable moment. Working as a house director has given me the opportunity to get close to the girls in my dorm. I will never forget the late-night chats with my prefects, from complaining about high school life to talking about the future. I will never forget the first time I accidentally swore in class. I will never forget my first time at Valcartier and how scared I was to go down Everest. Working here has given me so many special memories that I cherish. I will never forget the time I exploded a round bottom flask during my internship teaching Grade 8 Science.
     
    Finally...
    FUN FACT: I have one brother who is nine months older than me. He is also a teacher. We both completed our 13-week internship at Stanstead College in 2015.
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    Ladonna Lamonth
    Teacher, Math; Ass't Cowen House Director
    BIO
     
    BA Mathematics and Statistics, Concordia University; B.Ed Mathematics Education, University of the West Indies, Mona

    At Stanstead College since…
    2019

    Hometown:
    Spanish Town, Jamaica

    If I had to describe my job it would be…
    Satisfying. I love to teach and love seeing students excel.

    When I’m not working at Stanstead College, I am...
    Playing netball/basketball and lifting in the gym.

    A person/book/song/place/etc. that has inspired me.
    My family is my biggest inspiration.

    A thing you may not know about me:
    I have 8 siblings
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    Erica Masotto
    Asst. Bugbee House Director
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    Thom Peasley
    Teacher, English; Head of English Dept.; Cowen House Director (boys)
    819-876-7891 ext. 240
    BIO
     
    B.Ed.,Queen’s; Dip. TESL, BA Honours English, University of Waterloo

    At Stanstead College since…
    2019 as a teacher; I am a Stanstead College lifer as well (1991).

    Hometown
    Stanstead, QC

    If I had to describe my job it would be…
    A great learning experience every day (and a busy one at the same time).

    When I’m not working at Stanstead College, I am...
    Camping, travelling, or reading a book.

    A person/book/song/place/etc. that has inspired me
    Living in Japan: it is such a rich, vibrant, traditional and modern culture all at once. It certainly inspired me to change my view of the world.

    Other jobs I've had
    Farmer, grocery store stock clerk, Subway sandwich artist, ESL teacher in Japan, instructor manager...and last, but not least, Stanstead College summer maintenance crew!

    A thing you may not know about me
    I love doing obstacle course races. Marathons, not so much.

    Most memorable moment at Stanstead College
    My first time back on campus as a teacher, rather than a student.
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    Shannon Pimm
    House Director, Cowen (girls); Campus Store Manager; Uniform Coordinator; Residence Coordinator
    819-876-7891 ext. 238
    BIO
     
    At Stanstead College since...
    March 2019

    Hometown
    Born Kamloops, BC; lived in the Okanagan most of my life until moving to Ottawa in 2011

    When I am not working at Stanstead, I am...
    Walking our two pups, black lab Koda and French bulldog Bella, hanging out with our three kids, exploring the trails on our bikes, golfing, travelling to new places, or travelling with the varsity girls hockey team

    Other jobs I have had
    25 years in the dental business, orthodontic coordinator, co-owned a hockey school with Mr. Pimm

    Things you may not know about me
    Even though I’m married to a hockey coach and all my kids play hockey….I have no idea how to skate.

    Most memorable moment at Stanstead
    When our daughter (2016) and our son (2022) graduated from Stanstead College... but there are also many other moments over the last few years. Café Capp is the best!
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    Monica Schafer
    Teacher, Phys-Ed, Psychology; Webster House Director; Director of Student Life
    819-876-7891 ext. 258
    BIO
     
    BA Biology/Psychology Bishop’s University 
    BSc Exercise Science/Athletic Therapy Concordia University 
    Currently Perusing MEd in Post-secondary Studies at Memorial University
     
    At Stanstead College since… 
    2022

    Hometown 
    Waverley, Nova Scotia 

    If I had to describe my job it would be… 
    Whether it’s in the classroom, on the field, or in the residence, I describe my job as being a “life coach.” I am passionate about building a positive school culture and I love living on campus, working with students and cheering them on in all aspects of school life.  

    When I’m not working at Stanstead College, I am...
    discovering new dog walking trails, finding water, sharing good food with friends or at the rink or the rugby pitch.  

    A person/book/song/place/etc. that has inspired me 
    Legacy by James Kerr is filled with inspirational nuggets on leadership and life, passed down from the New Zealand All Blacks. I have two copies of the book, listen to the audiobook often, and I have motivational quotes from the book saved on my phone! My former kayak coaches, Ann Dodge and Csom Latorovszki taught me a great deal about hard work and commitment. I think my coaching style models theirs in many ways, and I still hear their words of encouragement in my head when I need a little push. 

    Other jobs I've had 
    Director of Student Life and Wellness, Certified Athletic Therapist, Cardiac Rehab Technician, Lifeguard 

    A thing you may not know about me
    I was big into sprint kayaking when I was younger, medalling at Canada Games and I set a national record with my partner and former Olympian, Karen Furneaux. I paddled a giant pumpkin in the Annual Pumpkin Festival in Windsor, NS, and placed second. (I was sore for weeks…it was one of the hardest things I have ever done!)
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    Matthew Thompson
    Teacher, Humanities; Varsity Boys Hockey Coach
    819-876-7891 ext 235
    BIO
     
    B.A. History- Laurentian University, B. Ed Lakehead University

    At Stanstead College since
    2012

    Hometown
    Pickering, Ontario

    If I had to describe my job it would be…
    A blend of my passion for academics and athletics

    When I’m not working at Stanstead College, I am...
    Enjoying down time with my girlfriend and our wonderful son, Gabriel.

    A person/book/song/place/etc. that has inspired me
    My parents; Tim and Terry Thompson
    My Uncle; Mark Botell
    Wayne Gretzky

    Other jobs I've had
    Residential Don - Appleby College (2010-2012)
    Toronto Zoo (high school and university summers)
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    Kylee Weir
    Teacher, Math; Ass't Webster House Director
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    Joseph Wong
    Asst. Davis House Director
    BIO
     
    BSc. Actuarial Science, U of T
    BA Mathematics and Education, Bishop’s University

    At Stanstead College since...
    2022

    Hometown
    Mississauga, ON

    If I had to describe my job it would be:
    Working with a team of staff, faculty, and students to create a civil community and a safe environment for everyone to find their potential and see the best in themselves.

    When I’m not working at Stanstead College, I am:
    Playing with my dog, Hannah, reading, watching a movie, cooking

    A person/book/song/place/etc. that has inspired me: 
    Terry Fox

    Other jobs I've had:
    Houseparent/Activities Coordinator

    Most memorable moment at Stanstead College:
    Meeting all the amazing people so far.