POSTED ON WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2025
The Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Lawlor as the new Superintendent of Education beginning March 24, 2025. Michael joins us from the Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board.
With an impressive career spanning over 20 years in Catholic education, including 12 years as a school administrator, Michael brings an extraordinary wealth of knowledge and expertise to the school district. His extensive background in faith leadership, equity and inclusion, student success, curriculum and pedagogy, and community engagement will be instrumental as the Board continues to pursue excellence in Catholic education for all.
Michael is a dedicated community member having served on the board of directors for Catholic Family Services and Contact Hamilton for Children’s and Developmental Services. He is also actively involved in his Parish and is a long-time member of the Knights of Columbus. Michael is passionate about Catholic Education and has served on numerous provincial committees for the Catholic Principals’ Council of Ontario and presented multiple times at the When Faith Meets Pedagogy conference.
We are excited to welcome Michael to our school district and look forward to the positive impact he will have on our students, staff, and community.
QUOTES
Michael Lawlor, the newest Superintendent of the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board (BHNCDSB), expressed his enthusiasm: “I am thrilled to join the BHNCDSB, a region I am well-acquainted with. My dedication lies in nurturing youth leadership, championing effective governance, genuinely listening to students and parents/guardians, and fostering impactful professional development for staff. I eagerly anticipate collaborating with the BHNCDSB Senior Leadership Team and engaging with the vibrant Catholic school communities.”
Carol Luciani, Chair of the Board commented, “We are thrilled to welcome Michael Lawlor to our district. His extensive experience and commitment to Catholic education will be a tremendous asset to our community. We look forward to working together with him to support our students and enhance their educational journey.”
Mike McDonald, Director of Education added, “Michael Lawlor’s appointment as Superintendent of Education is a fantastic addition to our Board. His leadership and dedication to inclusion and engagement align perfectly with our Board’s Vision of ‘inspiring life-long learning and service to others’. We are confident that Michael will inspire and lead our community towards continued growth and success.”
Photo cutline: Michael Lawlor, newest BHNCDSB Superintendent of Education
ABOUT BHNCDSB
The Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board (BHNCDSB) offers faith-based education to 13,000 students from Six Nations of the Grand River, Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation, Brant, Haldimand, and Norfolk Counties, and the City of Brantford. The district has 1,700 full and part-time staff committed to Belonging, Teaching and Learning, and Wellness
for All.
We are unique in that we belong to three Dioceses: Hamilton, London and St. Catharines. We are located within a one-hour radius of Toronto to the east, London to the west, and Kitchener-Waterloo to the north.
As a Catholic community, we work with families and community agencies to provide the best learning environments and ensure that all learners reach their full potential and feel safe and included.
MEDIA RELEASE CONTACT
Tracey Austin | Manager of Communications and Community Relations | Privacy Officer
Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board
P: 519.756.6505 Ext. 11234 | E: communications@bhncdsb.ca
