Powered by Gratitude. Fuelled by Community Love.

Our Thank an Educator campaign is all about shouting out the awesome teachers and school staff who make school a safe, fun, and empowering place for local kids. These shout-outs aren’t just feel-good moments (though they totally are!) — they also support something bigger.

Every message of thanks helps support our Backpack Program, making sure local kids head back to school with a fully stocked backpack — filled with supplies, confidence, and care.

Because when we lift up educators, we’re also lifting up students.

Here are some of the wonderful educators who’ve been recognized so far:

In loving memory of Matt Eckert, Walkerton District Community School
A legacy of kindness, mentorship, and unwavering care. Forever remembered.

Bonnie Cameron, Owen Sound District Secondary School

Mrs. Gruberbauer, Northport Public School

Miss Saunders, Northport Public School

Mme Eby, École Port Elgin Saugeen Central School

Mme Cuomo, École Port Elgin Saugeen Central School

Mrs. Banks, Saugeen District Secondary School

Office Staff, Saugeen District Secondary School

Charlotte McFarlan, Saugeen District Secondary School

Mr. Vander-Wielen, Saugeen District Secondary School

Ms. Caroline Nicoll, Sullivan Community School

Michelle Duncan, Notre Dame Catholic School

Mme Rowen, East Ridge Community School

Mme Robinson, East Ridge Community School

Beth Brown, Northport Elementary School

Christine Clark, Northport Elementary School

Ms. Abby Sewell, Holland Chatsworth Central School

Mr. Colin Gibbons, Holland Chatsworth Central School

Mrs. Courtney Kellar, Holland Chatsworth Central School

Nathan Cannon, Hillcrest Elementary School

Jody-Lynn Routenberg-Evans, Hillcrest Elementary School

Jesse King, Hillcrest Elementary School

Mrs. Torrie, Timothy Christian School

M. Bittel, Timothy Christian School

Mlle Nicole Billington, Immaculate Conception School

Mme Holly Eaves, Immaculate Conception School

Mme Wheeler, Sacred Heart Catholic School

Mme. Miller, In Honour of Mary Steffen

Cheryl Miller, Immaculate Conception School

Mary Steffen Immaculate Conception School

Elgin Market Public School Staff

Eva Robinson

Kourtney Rowen

Perl Quesada-Marder

Dorothy MacNeil

Jade Hawley

Emma Gorman

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Want to thank someone who made school a little brighter?
Thank an Educator today!

Every thank-you = more support for local kids. Let’s keep the love going, Bruce Grey!