TRACEY KENNEDY
Tracey Kennedy Tracey Kennedy has been teaching and creating an enriched academic experience at the elementary school level in Kingston for over 30 years. Her passion for nurturing young minds has only grown stronger with time. Tracey’s vast wealth of experience encompasses various grade levels and a diverse range of learners, providing her with a keen understanding of individual needs and learning styles. Tracey earned her BA Honours and B.Ed degrees concurrently with subject specializations in English and Math at Queen’s University. When not in the classroom, Tracey enjoys gardening, reading, and baking with her family. She has a passion for fitness and enjoys instructing both the young and young at heart.
Andrew Schleger
Andrew Schleger has 22 years of teaching experience in Canada, the United States, and Australia from grades K to 8, and specializes in teaching enriched math and sciences. He earned a B.Ed from the University of Western Sydney and Physical Education from McMaster University. Andrew teaches our students to be strong leaders and to take initiative through a program rich in experience and opportunity. Andrew coordinates our school’s outdoor education program and coaches school sports throughout the four seasons. When school is out, you can find Andrew and his family in the woods or on the water.
Steven SPencer
Steven Spencer has had over 20 years of experience teaching enriched English, History, and Technology at the grade 7 and 8 levels in Canada and the United States. Steven is a lifelong computer enthusiast and enjoys engaging students in projects using photo editing software, coding, presentation and word processing software, and video and sound editing applications. Having written and directed many plays, Steven is active in Kingston’s thriving arts scene and oversees the production of our students’ theatrical presentations. A Kingston native, Steven earned a M.A. in English and a B.Ed from the University of Windsor.
Patricia Bleackley
Patricia Bleackley has 14 years experience teaching Preschool and Kindergarten. She earned her Early Childhood Education degree at Loyalist College in 2004 and attended subject specialty programs in Preschool and Kindergarten education. Patricia is an expert at developing the independence and social aptitude appropriate in children approaching grade 1. She extends learning beyond the classroom, teaching in a fun and creative environment. On her time off you can find her at baseball diamonds and soccer fields throughout the province, cheering on her children in their various athletic endeavors.
Shannon Bullock
Shannon Bullock is a lifelong resident of Kingston. She earned her B.Sc Honours and B.Ed degrees concurrently with subject specialization in Mathematics and Chemistry at Queen’s University. She has over 10 years of experience working with students from Kindergarten to Grade 12 teaching a variety of different subjects. Shannon’s goal is to nurture the next generation of thinkers, problem solvers, and innovators through hands-on experiments, interactive investigations, and engineering design challenges. When she’s not igniting young minds in the classroom, you can find her on a softball diamond or at the hockey rink playing, coaching, or cheering on her children. is a lifelong resident of Kingston. She has experience working with students from Kindergarten to Grade 12, with a focus on teaching mathematics and the sciences. Shannon earned her B.Sc Honours and B.Ed degrees concurrently at Queen’s University. Shannon is mother of two, and is involved with folk dance, coaching softball, and speed skating.
EMILY SKINNER
Emily Skinner has a passion for teaching and learning. A Kingston native, she completed her BA Honours in Child and Youth Studies at Brock University, followed by her BEd at Queen’s University. Prior to joining the Lakeshore team in 2018, Emily spent three years teaching in Montreal. She has worked with students in Kindergarten through grade 6 in group and one-to-one settings. Her goal as a teacher is to help each student reach his/her fullest potential by providing rich learning tasks that extend beyond the four walls of the classroom. Her favourite subjects to teach are Literacy and Social Studies. When not teaching, Emily loves to read, travel, and spend time exploring nature with her dog, Stella.
TrEVOR STRONG
Trevor Strong is an arts-educator, writer, musician, and member of the music/comedy group The Arrogant Worms. He teaches Primary/Junior Music at Queen’s Faculty of Education, where he connects future teachers with the importance of music as expression, exploration, community, and creation. He is passionate about creativity and delivers workshops on creativity, creative writing, and songwriting for schools and organizations. He has recently completed his PhD analyzing creativity and the Ontario curriculum. He believes in making and sharing music and that music is for everyone. His song, Dangerous, was once played on the space shuttle Endeavour to wake up astronauts.
Theresa IrIsh
Theresa Irish has over 25 years teaching experience, in international private schools. She has taught in Egypt, Zimbabwe, Malaysia, Oman and Kenya. She has a BEd from Queens University and a masters from State University of New York (SUNY). She has taught grades 1 through 5 in small classes providing individualized learning opportunities for students. Theresa has been a classroom teacher and grade level team leader providing education in an inclusive environment to a diverse population of students. Theresa encourages students to be curious, ask questions and communicate their thinking. She is passionate about community service and developed a program to connect students from her school with local orphanages in Africa. She believes that all children have the ability to learn in a supportive, challenging and motivating learning environment. Outside of school, Theresa loves to travel and experience new adventures, kayak on her lake, cook, do yoga and read. She is excited to return to Kingston and join the Lakeshore team!
Georgia Petrina
Georgia Petrina completed her B.A Honours and B.Ed degrees concurrently at Queen’s University, after moving to Kingston from Vancouver, BC. She has experience working with children and youth from Kindergarten to Grade 12, in both summer camp and school settings. She specializes in teaching English and French and is passionate about encouraging students to find their voice to make change in their lives and communities. When she’s not in the classroom, you’ll find Georgia outside on a hike or curled up with her cat and a good book!
McKAELA COUTTS
McKaela Coutts : With a Masters in Language and Educational Policy from the University of Toronto and degrees in Arts and Education from Queen’s University, McKaela brings a wealth of expertise to our language program. She is passionate about fostering personal connections with the French language and continues to learn multiple languages, including German, Hungarian and Portuguese. She believes in the power of language to bridge cultures and brings a practical guidance to language learning. Outside the classroom, McKaela enjoys immersing herself in mystery novels and exploring the outdoors with her weiner dog, Penny. Her dynamic teaching style and passion for languages promise to create an engaging and enriching learning environment for our students this coming fall.
Rhonda Belanger
Rhonda Belanger is a life learner who is always looking for new ways to make learning fun and support her students on their learning journey. She has over 25 years of experience working with children in a variety of learning environments. Rhonda is in the process of earning her degree in Early Childhood Education as well as her FSL Certification. She has worked as an Educational Assistant, Early Childhood Educator, tutor, and as a support for students with learning exceptionalities. Rhonda has been teaching French as a second language for the last 3 years with the Algonquin & Lakeshore Catholic School Board. Rhonda and her husband lived in the city of Kingston for 22 years before moving to the country. When she is not teaching or tutoring, Rhonda enjoys spending time with her family, exploring the outdoors, and fishing.
RIChard Louie
Richard Louie, originally from Montreal, has a background in construction, and construction management. He can build or fix most anything, and does so with a smile. He has previously used his skills to teach woodworking to Lakeshore students, offering a creative way to learn about measurement, angles, and fostering a sense of agency. He is a passionate foodie and is sometimes referred to as a backyard chef due to his love of BBQ. In his spare time, he loves to go fishing, and his favourite food is lobster. At Lakeshore, Mr. Louie is the Facilities Manager. He ensures the property is functional, safe and clean.