Jennifer Harvey

Dedicated educational leader with a proven track record in fostering inclusive environments and promoting mental health programs within the Durham Catholic District School Board. Skilled in enhancing student success through strategic communication and collaboration. Recognized for supporting and promoting equitable programs that engage communities, and support staff collaboration.

Windreach Farms - Ashburn, ON  

2019-2023

• Supported the therapeutic riding program for young adults/children with special needs.

CPCO – Additional Qualifications Course Creation 

2020

• Co-created an Ontario College of Teachers approved course for Administrators on supporting staff/students in understanding and addressing Anxiety.

DCDSB Individual Education Plan Program Migration

2011-2012 

• Represented of the Student Services Department on a multi-departmental team to review and choose an IEP format from tendered Technology companies
• Collaborated with Information and Technology department to facilitate training format for Educators on purchased IEP program
• Developed and managed training sessions for Educators

DCDSB Indigenous Inquiry Team

2015-2018

• Co-developed a plan of action for Indigenous learning Board wide for Educators
• Represented Board at various Indigenous learning opportunities offered by Ministry of Ontario and various agencies

Aspiring Leaders Committee

2015-2017

• Collaborated with Consultants, Supervisory Officers and Principal/Vice Principal committee members
• Co-developed and co-lead sessions for Educators interested in pursuing leadership opportunities within the Board

DCDSB Mindfulness Committee

2015- 2023

• Co-created Mindfulness training for interested Educators in collaboration with Psychology Department
• Co-created proposal for Board funding
• Presented Mindfulness training series of learning sessions for Educators
• Presented Mindfulness overview sessions for Principals/Vice Principals

DCDSB Mental Health and Addictions Steering Committee

2017-2025

• Co-planned and implemented Board Mental Health Action Plan
• Communicated with various community agencies to provide resources to Principal/Vice Principal members

DCDSB Leadership Committee

2019-2021

• Revised Board Leadership promotional policy and procedures with fellow committee members
• Collaborated with Supervisory Officers, Principals and Vice Principal committee members
• Co-created leadership portfolio requirements and interview process

1) Mike O'Neill - Superintendent of Education

    905-576-6150 Ext. 22121

    Cell: 905-410-6601

    Mike.ONeill@dcdsb.ca

2) Jim Wilson - Superintendent of Education

    905-576-6150 Ext. 22238

    Cell: 905-441-2958

    jim.wilson@dcdsb.ca