Meet the Staff
An important part of MIND is the connections built between students and teachers. Our staff work with the intention of making school a safe and welcoming environment for students, a space where they can thrive academically as well as socially.
Gaetano Sifoni
Principal
Gaetano joined our team in 2025. He is the principal of both MIND and Bancroft.
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"It is my pleasure to serve as the principal of this dynamic and innovative school community. At MIND, we strive to create a warm and inclusive environment where students feel empowered to excel and explore their full potential. I am proud to work with such a dedicated team of teachers who are committed to ensuring our students thrive in the classroom and beyond."
John Panetta
Head Teacher
John has been at a Head Teacher at MIND since --. He teaches Canadian History and Culture and Citizenship in Quebec.
Aline Saba
Head Teacher
Aline has been a part of the MIND team since -- and teaches English, French, Art and German.
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"I’m lucky enough to have spent my entire teaching career at MIND. I love it here because the school offers me both the freedom and the challenge to grow as an educator. More than anything, I am inspired by my students—they push me to think creatively, adapt, and continually strive to do and be better."
Sherine Boctor
Teacher
Sherine has been at MIND for over () years. She currently teaches English, French, Media and Pop Culture, Contemporary World and Finance, as well as Asian Studies.
Pamela Gomez
Teacher
Pamela, who has been at MIND since --, teaches several Math and Science courses.
William Hesselink
Teacher
William teaches Math, Chemistry, Physics, and the SEC IV Entrepreneurship and Design class. He has been a part of the MIND team since --.
Catherine Gagnon
Teacher
Catherine has been working as part of the MIND staff since --. She teaches Geography, POP (Personal Orientation Project), French and Art.
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SIDE NOTE: add Reubens?
Patrick Stewart-Reid
Teacher
Patrick started at MIND in 2024. He teaches English, History, Ethics, Phys Ed and Visual Arts.
Andrew Caroll
Teacher
Andrew teaches Science and Technology, Math and Study Skills. He has been a part of the MIND team since 2023.
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"I love being a part of the collaborative learning process at MIND, where teachers and students are co-creators in the discovery process."