Colleen Fleming is proud to have been a member of the Calgary Academy community since 2006. She began her tenure as the inaugural Spanish teacher and has also taught a variety of courses at the Senior School level. After completing her MEd, she headed the school's Reading Centre and provided one-on-one interventions to students with reading challenges. In 2021, she began her doctoral journey into educational research with a focus on academic integrity. Most recently, she joined our Admissions department as an associate and is delighted to be welcoming new families into our fold. Calgary Academy’s mission, vision, and values are closely aligned with her own, and she strives to embody the REACH principles daily. Providing opportunities for students to achieve their personal best is close to Colleen’s heart as both an educator and a member of our admissions team.

Annick Donde earned her Bachelor of Education degree from the University of Alberta and was first hired at Calgary Academy in 2003. During her time at CA, she taught elementary and junior high in both the Academy and Collegiate programs. Annick is a strong advocate of Calgary Academy’s nurturing, caring, and inclusive culture.  She thoroughly enjoys witnessing students find their love of learning again and gain their self-confidence.  Annick brings to her role as Admissions Associate extensive expertise with Calgary Academy’s philosophy and student-centered approach and a strong ability to make positive connections with each family. While not at work, you can typically find Annick spending time in the mountains with her family either skiing, biking, hiking or just being outside with nature.

Irina Dart has dedicated 20 years of educational expertise to Calgary Academy. With a keen focus on the student, she believes in helping each child achieve his/her potential. Irina earned her Bachelor of Education degree from the University of Calgary and her MBA at Wilfred Laurier University. During her years at Calgary Academy, she has taught elementary and junior high in both the Academy and Collegiate Programs. Before her role in admissions, she was a Team Lead and an Academic Dean. As the Admissions Director, she sets a high standard of customer care and maintains a student-centered approach to enrolment. Outside of work, Irina is a busy mom to her two boys and her daughter. Irina has spent the last ten years volunteering as a hockey coordinator for her community Minor Hockey Association.