Joanne Weston manages events at the School and assists the Associate Director, Operations in the areas of finance, marketing and facilities management. She is currently a staff representative on the School’s Anti-oppression and Equity Committee.

Joanne began her career in purchasing and finance. After spending some time at home raising her children, she started the second phase of her career in the education sector supporting new teachers at the Waterloo Catholic District School Board. She also co-owned and operated a small business with her husband in Cambridge.

Never one to sit still, Joanne channeled her passion for youth mental health and well-being into her volunteer work. She was an active volunteer with the Waterloo Region District School (WRDSB) for more than 10 years, serving on many Board and School level committees. She also volunteered as a program coordinator with Nutrition for Learning.

In the 2022 municipal election, Joanne was elected in the City of Kitchener to the WRDSB Board of Trustees for a second four-year term. As a Trustee, Joanne has served as Chair and Vice Chair of the Board.