What does Catholic education look like when lived across a lifetime? 

Paula Mann, Director of Education at the Nipissing-Parry Sound Catholic District School Board (NPSC), shares a personal reflection on her learning journey in a recent episode of the LearnIt Podcast: Behind the Chalkboard, hosted by Dhiraj Hariramani. From student, to educator, to leader, she has grown within the very same Catholic school system she attended as a child—the same one our NPSC students attend today.

Through this conversation, Paula highlights the experiences and values that guide her leadership: faith, service, building relationships, community, and a commitment to empowering every student to reach their full potential. She shares how her formative years as a student in NPSC's Catholic schools shaped her calling, and how those experiences continue to inform her work today. 

We warmly invite families, students, and staff to listen to this conversation with Paula to gain an inside look at how her personal journey in Catholic education continues to serve the Board’s mission and the ways we nurture every student’s growth and learning. Through her reflections, you’ll see the principles, insights, and faith that guide our work each day. Her story is a powerful reminder of the enduring impact and unique identity of Catholic education across generations, connecting past, present, and future students.

Listen to the full podcast: Catholic Education Leadership with Paula Mann at NPSCDSB