Director of Education
It is with deep gratitude and great enthusiasm that I step into the role of Director of Education with the Catholic District School Board of Eastern Ontario (CDSBEO). I am honoured to serve this vibrant Catholic learning community and to continue the legacy of the collective compassionate leadership across the system.
As we begin a new school year, we also embark on the journey of our 2025-2030 Multi-Year Strategic Plan (MYSP). This plan is more than a roadmap – it is a shared vision rooted in our Catholic faith and shaped by the voices of our students, families, staff, and community partners. The four pillars of the MYSP: To Belong, To Believe, To Nurture, and To Learn – will guide our collective efforts to create inclusive, innovative, faith-filled environments where every learner is supported and inspired to thrive.
I am committed to advancing the goals of the MYSP with transparency, collaboration, and a deep respect for the unique gifts each member of our community brings. Together, we will continue to nurture the spiritual, academic, and emotional well-being of our students, while embracing innovation and equity in all that we do.
I look forward to walking this path with you.
With gratitude and hope,
Shelley Montgomery
Director of Education
Catholic District School Board of Eastern Ontario
Director’s Annual Report 2024-2025
The Director’s Annual Report showcases the board’s many accomplishments and successes across student achievement, faith development, and key program initiatives, in alignment with the Board’s strategic priorities: To Belong, To Believe, To Nurture, and To Learn.
Download the full 2024–2025 Director’s Annual Report
The following four videos spotlight how the board’s multi-year strategic priorities are being brought to life in CDSBEO schools.
St. Jude Catholic School: Safe Place Program
The tenet “To Belong,” identifies our commitment to fostering faithful, inclusive, and supportive communities where every individual feels a true sense of belonging. The Safe Place Program at St. Jude Catholic School exemplifies this priority in action, demonstrating how the school brings this strategic vision to life each day.
St. Joseph’s Catholic Secondary School: Panther Power Group
The tenet “To Believe,” highlights our commitment to nurturing the faith of students and staff through the hope that is Catholic education. The Panther Power Group at St. Joseph’s CSS exemplifies this mission, demonstrating how students are bringing faith and hope through community outreach to life in their school community.
St. John Catholic Elementary School: Nutrition Program
The tenet “To Nurture,” defines our commitment to creating safe, supportive, and healthy learning environments. The Nutrition Program at St. John Catholic Elementary School exemplifies this mission, and how the school brings this priority to life within their community.
St. Finnan’s Catholic School: Walk to Read Program
The tenet of “To Learn,” underscores our commitment to improving student achievement and well-being by supporting the diverse learning needs of each student. The Walk to Read Program at St. Finnan’s Catholic School exemplifies this commitment, demonstrating how the school brings this priority to life within their community through targeted reading instruction.
Contact
Shelley Montgomery, Director of Education
2755 Highway 43
Kemptville, ON K0G 1J0
phone: 613-258-7757
or 1-800-443-4562
fax: 613-258-5067
email: director@cdsbeo.on.ca
Judith Bériault
Executive Assistant to the Director of Education
phone: 613-258-7757
or 1-800-443-4562
email: Judith.Beriault@cdsbeo.on.ca