School Leadership
What is the leadership style at Academy for Gifted Children - P.A.C.E.? How do the school leaders shape the culture, priorities, and daily life of the community? How does this leadership style compare to that of other private and independent schools, and how might it influence your choice of school?
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Facts and analysis
MESSAGE FROM THE LEADERSHIP
We asked Janice Gruchy, Director at Academy for Gifted Children - P.A.C.E. for their message.
They shared an overview of the vision, values, and guiding principles that shape both their leadership and the student experience at Academy for Gifted Children - P.A.C.E..
Janice Gruchy, Director
B.A. (Hons.), B.Ed., M.Ed., Specialist in Gifted Education
My journey at P.A.C.E. began in 1999 and in 2019 I was delighted to assume the role of Director/Principal. The most rewarding part of my job is interacting with the students. They are fun loving, witty and demonstrate an intellectual curiosity that is any educator's dream. The energy level in the building is very high, the questioning by the students is incessant, and there are a lot of laughs. The skills for succeeding at P.A.C.E., whether in the role of teacher or student, are the same: a love of learning, high motivation, an excellent work ethic and a sense of humour. I am so fortunate to be surrounded by excellent teachers and a strong administrative staff: Liana, the Assistant to the Director; our Vice Principals, Caroline Corbit and Joanne Abela; and our Administrative Assistant, Irina. Every September we look forward to yet another passionate and exciting year for all.
