Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC)
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The Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) is composed of representatives from local associations/agencies, parents/guardians and community members dedicated to furthering the interests and well being of exceptional children and adults. In addition, Lakehead District School Board appoints Trustees to sit on the committee. SEAC is established under Regulation 464/97 s. 2(1).
Our Vision Statement
SEAC members value and promote:
- Nurturing the individual child’s unique potential; and
- Allowing full development of each child’s innate personal integrity, love of learning, and creativity.
The Committee meets monthly to discuss and make recommendations to the Board in respect of matters affecting the establishment, development and delivery of special education programs and services for exceptional pupils. In addition, the committee participates in the annual review of the special education plan, takes part in the annual budget process and reviews financial statements that relate to Special Education. SEAC also provides information and advocacy for parents as requested.
Learn more about SEAC’s Advocacy Role the links at the bottom of this page.
Committee Members
2022-2026
| Wendy Carrol | Anishnawbe Mushkiki |
| Brandon Robb (Alternate) | Anishnawbe Mushkiki |
| Anne Antenucci | Autism Ontario |
| Scott McBean | Children’s Centre Thunder Bay |
| Alina Cameron | Community Member |
| Sarah Niles | Dilico Anishinabek Family Care |
| Tara Ingram | Easter Seals |
| Miranda Myers | Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Information Network (FASIN) |
| Michelle Blackburn | George Jeffrey Children’s Centre |
| Liz Tod | Learning Disabilities Association of Ontario |
| Carey Murphy (alternate) | Learning Disabilities Association of Ontario |
| Suzanne Posthumus | OPTIONS Northwest |
| Rosemarie MacLean (Alternate) | OPTIONS Northwest |
| Trustee George Saarinen | Trustee Member |
| Trustee Leah Vanderwey | Trustee Member |
| Trustee Trudy Tuchenhagen (Alternate) | Trustee Member (Alternate) |
| Trustee Donica LeBlanc (Alternate) | Trustee Member (Alternate) |
| Michelle Probizanski | Superintendent of Education (LDSB) |
| Maggie Fredrickson | Principal of Special Education |
| Simona Serrao | Executive Secretary, Office of the Superintendents/SEAC |
SEAC Meeting Schedule
The Lakehead District School Board and the Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) warmly welcome parents and members of the public to attend SEAC meetings as observers. While meetings are open to attend, participation is limited to committee members.SEAC meets in person at 6:00 p.m. on the following dates during the 2025–2026 school year, either at the board office or at one of the special education school locations. Meetings are held on the third Wednesday of each month, unless otherwise noted.
If you’re interested in attending a meeting, please contact the SEAC Executive Secretary at simona_serrao@lakeheadschools.ca.
- September 17, 2025
- October 15, 2025
- November 19, 2025
- December 17, 2025
- January 21, 2026
- February 18, 2026 (Cancelled)
- March 26, 2026 (4th Thursday )
- April 15, 2026
- May 20, 2026
- June 10, 2026 (2nd Wednesday)
Meeting Agendas & Minutes
The agenda and minutes will be published as they become available. Please use the links below to access meeting agendas and minutes.
For more information about SEAC:
Please contact the Lakehead District School Board at (807) 625-5126.
Simona Serrao, Executive Secretary
simona_serrao@lakeheadschools.ca
