AGM & Conference
OCSOA AGM & Conference
May 14-16, 2025
Caesars Hotel & Conference Centre, Windsor
Leading with Purpose
Join your Region 3 host boards Bruce-Grey CDSB, Huron-Perth CDSB, London DCSB, St. Clair CDSB, and Windsor-Essex CDSB as we gather from across the province in a renewed sense of mission to lead and shape the future of Catholic Education in Ontario.
OCSOA Business Meeting
Thursday, May 15, 2025
OCSOA will convene the AGM meeting to deal with those items that must come before the membership as per our Bylaws and Policies and Regulations.
CALL FOR NOMINATIONS: OCSOA Executive
OCSOA members are invited to submit nominations for the following positions on the OCSOA Board of Directors:
President – 2025-2026
Vice-President – 2025-2026
Chair, Catholic Leadership and Faith Development – 2025-2027
Nominations will be accepted by the Nomination Committee Chair, until March 10. Each nomination requires a mover and seconder.
After the Nominating Committee has presented its report at the AGM Business Meeting, election for the above positions will occur.
John Klein
Past President
Nomination Committee Chair
kleinj@hcdsb.org
Reference OCSOA By-Laws 5.1.14.1 – 5.1.14.4
CALL FOR RESOLUTIONS
OCSOA individual members are invited to submit resolutions for consideration at the AGM Business Meeting on Thursday, April 25, 2024.
All Resolutions are to be submitted by March 1 to:
Michael Caccamo
Vice President,
Resolutions Committee Chairperson,
michael.caccamo@tcdsb.org
Reference OCSOA By-Laws 5.1.15.1 – 5.1.15.6
OCSOA AGM & Conference Keynote Speakers
Fr. Edward Beck, CP
May 14, 2025
7:00 p.m. ET
Edward L. Beck, C.P. is an author, journalist, and Catholic priest of the Passionist congregation. He is an on-air contributor for CNN on issues of faith, religion and ethics, and has written three books.
Prior to working at CNN, he was a media contributor for ABC News, CBS News, Fox News, HLN and MSNBC. He co-hosted Focus on Faith with Chris Cuomo for ABC News from 2009 to 2014. Beck also leads retreats and workshops on spirituality.
He is also the author of three books, God Underneath, Unlikely Ways Home, and Soul Provider (all published by Doubleday) and of the play, Sweetened Water.
Andrew Campbell
May 15, 2025
8:30 a.m. ET
Dr. Andrew B. Campbell (DR.ABC) is an Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream in Leadership for Racial Justice in Education in the Department of Curriculum, Teaching and Learning (CTL) at the University of Toronto – Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE).
His scholarship and teaching focus on anti-racist pedagogy and diversity in educational leadership. DR.ABC is well known to the OISE community for his leadership on advancing anti-discrimination work in teacher education, and recently received OISE’s 2022 award for Excellence in Initial Teacher Education.
He teaches courses in anti-discrimination education, leadership and diversity, educational change, urban education, and Black educators. Dr. ABC previously taught at Queens University, the University of the West Indies, Niagara University, Seneca College, and Durham College, in addition to past experience as a classroom teacher and administrator in Jamaica and the Bahamas.
Danielle Campo
May 15, 2025
10:30 a.m. ET
Danielle Campo McLeod, O.Ont, is an esteemed keynote speaker, trainer, and coach renowned for her expertise in leadership, resilience, and fostering connections. A celebrated Paralympian and recipient of the Order of Ontario, Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal, and Terry Fox Humanitarian Award, Danielle brings over two decades of experience as a thought leader and resiliency expert.
Diagnosed initially with muscular dystrophy and later correctly with Spinal muscular atrophy with lower extremity predominance (SMA-LED), Danielle’s personal journey fuels her advocacy for disability rights and her mission to empower individuals to discover their “gold medal moments” and uncover their strengths and achieve personal success.
With a blend of humour, profound insights, and a genuine passion for greatness, Danielle captivates audiences, leaving a lasting impression as she encourages others to embrace resilience and unlock their full potential.
Courage in Connection: Indigenous Perspective on Identity and Education
May 16, 2025
8:30 a.m. ET
Join us for a powerful panel discussion that will explore the richness and diversity of Indigenous identities, unpack stereotypes, and celebrate the enduring strength of Indigenous people. Hear firsthand accounts of resilience and be challenged by our stories so that your thinking and understanding of Indigenous identity continues to foster inclusivity to support the success of Indigenous students and families in our Catholic schools and systems.
Panelists: Shelley Montgomery (OCSB), Jessica Outram (DCDSB), Daniel Stargratt (SMCDSB), Jody Weller (NPSCDSB)
