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Our Teachers
At WIS, we know that a good teacher makes all the difference to student learning. We seek out teachers who influence students through their engagement and curiosity. Our teaching staff are qualified and experienced in their field. WIS teachers challenge and support students throughout their high school education.
OUR ACADEMIC TEAM
Principal
Ms. A. Robinson M.A.
Mrs. Robinson holds an Honours BA in Environmental Studies from Wilfrid Laurier University, and completed Masters work in ES at the University of Waterloo, focusing on sustainability and resource management. She is a classically-trained violinist & pianist and has been teaching for almost 20 years.
Mrs. Robinson also loves to draw from her experience in business, fisheries biology, art and travel to make her classroom a dynamic and engaging place for students.
Academic Principal
Mr. N. Farahi Ph.D
Mr. Farahi obtained his Master's (M.Sc) in chemical engineering and also holds a chemistry degree (Ph.D.) from the University of Waterloo. With more than six years of experience in teaching science and engineering concepts, he is passionate about teaching mathematics and sciences that can be applied to real-world problems. Mr. Farahi helps teachers to thrive and students to strive.
“I believe if the students put their minds and hearts to the task and dedicate themselves they can achieve any goals.”
Head of English & Social Sciences
Student Events Coordinator
Ms. K. Van Puymbroeck B.A.
Ms. Van Puymbroeck advocates for using literature as a tool to help students empathize with others and explore the world in innovative ways. Holding a Bachelor of Arts degree, she leverages her past roles as a Teaching Assistant and Research Assistant to prepare her students for university-level reading and writing expectations. She has presented at both national and international conferences, enriching her teaching with global perspectives.
"I encourage each student to develop and share their own ideas while in my classroom."
Math & Science
Mr. E. Katvala PhD
Mr. Katvala received a B.Sc. from the University of Calgary, an M.Sc. from the University of Montana, and a Ph.D. from the University of Calgary. His research spanned math, biology, chemistry, physics, and physical geology within the natural sciences.
Mr. Katvala has always enjoyed all aspects of education and considers teaching crucial to all disciplines. He implements numerous learning methods in the classroom, including hands-on methods. He has worked at the Teaching and Learning Centre and strives to meet different learning styles to help every student succeed.
Math & Science
Ms. R. Kochhar MSc
With over 25 years of experience, teaching for Ms. Kochhar, has evolved into more than a profession—it's her life's passion. Throughout her career, she has developed a teaching philosophy that goes beyond textbooks, aiming to create an environment where students can explore their unique learning styles. As a dedicated, resourceful, and goal-driven educator, Ms. Kochhar is committed to the holistic growth of every student, both socially and academically. She embraces the belief that teaching is a two-way learning process and is enthusiastic about learning from her students as much as they learn from her.
"Teaching is more than imparting knowledge; it is inspiring change. Learning is more than absorbing facts; it is acquiring understanding." — William Arthur Ward
English & Humanity
Ms. K. Horvath B.A.