Sheri started teaching in the science and mathematics departments at Beaver Brae Secondary School and spent  12 years there as a Special Education Resource Teacher. She has been a part of the KPDSB’s central special education team and has served as a trainer for ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training), Restorative Practices, and BMS (Behaviour Management Systems). More recently, Sheri became certified as a Leader for Self-Reg Schools.  Sheri has been a member of the Rapid Response Northern School Team since its inception. 

Shannon began her teaching career with KPDSB in 2005 as a teacher and literacy coach at Hudson Public School, teaching all grades from JK-8. Shannon moved to Thunder Bay in 2011 and began teaching with Lakehead Public Schools, having now been a principal for the last 12 years, as well as a teacher for the Oshki-Wenjack Education Institute. Shannon joined the RRNST in 2024. She is passionate about meeting the needs of every learner, relationship building, outdoor learning, mental health, and wellness. She is a trained leader for Self-Reg Schools, and meditation teacher. When she’s not at school, you can find her in a kayak, swimming, doing yoga, or spending time with her 2 great kids.

Kelly taught English, Indigenous studies, and equity and social justice at Beaver Brae Secondary School in Kenora for more than 15 years. During that time, she worked collaboratively to develop new courses and resources in these subject areas. She enjoys exploring innovative teaching and assessment strategies, as well as mentoring other teachers in their own practice. She is a Behaviour Management Systems (BMS) trainer and completed her certification in the Self-Reg Foundations Program through the Mehrit Centre. Kelly joined the Rapid Response Northern School Team in the fall of 2023.

Marilyn Sewell is an Anishinaabe'kwe from Iskatewizaagegan No. 39 Independent First Nation in the Treaty #3 territory and is of the Mooz clan. Marilyn has been with the Keewatin-Patricia District School Board since 2023 and is currently the RRNST Graduation Coach, working with elementary students. Marilyn has worked with various educational organizations throughout her 30-year career and is devoted to supporting Anishinaabe students and their families. Her education includes Early Childhood Education with a certificate from the Native Counselors Training Program. Marilyn is a proud mother of 2 sons who are currently attending Lakehead University and Northern Ontario School of Medicine in Thunder Bay, Ontario. In her personal time, Marilyn enjoys fishing and camping on beautiful Lake of the Woods. Her greatest passion is cooking with her partner, creating delicious meals for family & friends! Fall is her favorite season where you can mostly find her outdoors on the trails enjoying nature.