Board of Trustees

Paula Douglas (Chairperson/Personnel)

Occupation: Cardiac Physiologist

Three children at Forest Lake School

Christine Jessop (Principal)

This is my 25th year at Forest Lake School and my 20th year as Principal. I’m still here because I love our school and our community. Nothing ever stands still in education and it’s these changes that continue to challenge and motivate me as I strive to lead and have a positive influence on our children’s future.

Shaun Hitchens (Community)

Occupation: Storeman
Children: Mackayla & Xavier

Bruce Gordon (Staff Trustee)

Occupation: Teacher
Bio: I joined the Board as the Staff Representative in 2018 and am excited to continue this role. I have worked at Forest Lake School since 2015, as a teacher and Team Leader. I have also held various roles acting up as Deputy Principal, Assistant Principal, SENCO, and lead teacher of a Boys’ Classroom and E-ako (digital learning). I enjoy being a part of the governance of Forest Lake School and being able to provide a staff perspective to assist with this.

Evan Mayo (Property)

Occupation: Architect
Two children at Forest Lake School

Natalie Palmer (Policy)

Occupation: Lawyer

Greg Hobson (Finance)
Occupation: Deputy Principal
Children: Ethan and Willow

Bio: I am an ex-pupil of Forest Lake and have coached a number of sports teams at Forest Lake. I’m passionate about our Kura and ensuring that our children get the best possible education that they deserve.

Michael Mayne (Health & Safety)

Occupation: Teacher

Faith Pompey (Secretary)

Occupation: Administrative Officer