Brian Doyle elected Chair, Susan Gibson elected Vice-Chair of the Grand Erie District School Board

Tuesday, Nov 25, 2025

The Grand Erie Board of Trustees elected Brian Doyle as Chair of the Grand Erie District School Board during the Annual Meeting of the Board held on Monday, November 24. Susan Gibson was elected as Vice-Chair of the Board. 

Representing the County of Haldimand, Doyle brings experience and a commitment to public education as he enters his 20th year as a Trustee with Grand Erie. Having first been elected in 2006. Doyle has served in several key roles, including Chair of the Finance Committee and four one-year terms as Vice-Chair of the Board.

“With nearly two decades as a Trustee, I’m honoured to be elected Chair and to continue serving Grand Erie in this new capacity,” says Doyle. “As we enter the final year of our multi-year strategic plan and begin to map out a new vision, I look forward to working alongside all Trustees as we continue the shared commitment to support the success and well-being of every student across Grand Erie. I also want to than outgoing Vice-Chair Tom Waldschmidt for his work and commitment to student success.”

Gibson was first elected to the Board in 2018 and brings a passion to public education to help others and support student success. Gibson represents the City of Brantford, and was Chair of the Board for the last four years.

“After serving as Chair for the past four years, I’m honoured to take on the role of Vice-Chair and support Brian Doyle as the newly elected Chair of the Board,” says Susan Gibson. “I’m proud of what we’ve accomplished together, and I look forward to continuing this important work to strengthen the conditions for learning, well-being, and belonging across Grand Erie."

Dr. JoAnna Roberto, PhD, Director of Education, also previewed some of the significant achievements of the 2024-25 school year, which are highlighted in the Director's Annual Report.

“The accomplishments highlighted reflect both the progress we’ve made and the foundation we’re building for the future. Every classroom, school, program, and partnership play a role in advancing our strategic plan with student success at the centre of everything we do,” said Roberto. “This work is a testament to what is possible when we come together with shared purpose and commitment.”

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