Board of directors

The board is collectively responsible for the governance, strategic direction and financial sustainability of The Art School of Peterborough.

  • Jenni Johnston

    Executive Director

    Jenni Johnston is a Canadian oil painter who studied visual arts at the Ontario College of Art and Design in Toronto. She took part in the Florence, Italy off-campus program in her final year, and graduated with honours in Drawing and Painting.

  • Annelie Howes

    Board member

    Annelie Howes is a volunteer board member and a passionate supporter of the arts in her community. As a student at the school, she has experienced firsthand the joy and connection that creative learning brings. Annelie paints in oils and enjoys exploring new mediums — at least once each.

  • Roshane Paldano

    Board member

    Roshane brings a diverse professional background in finance, human resources, and organizational management, along with an MBA and a strong interest in community involvement.

  • Ruth Kellar

    Board member

  • Susan Donald

    Board member

  • Nicole Holden

    Board member

    Nicole Holden is an art lover who grew up taking classes at the Art School. She has a BFA from NSCAD University, where she studied printmaking and textiles, and is a Certified Career Development Practitioner supporting students in arts, culture, and heritage.

  • Linda Warren

    Board member

    Linda Warren received her BFA and Art Education degree from NSCAD University. She has 34 years of experience teaching art in public and private schools in Newfoundland, Labrador and Ontario, and believes in the creative potential in everyone.

  • Casandra Lee

    Board member

    Casandra is an Asian-American educator, painter, author, and illustrator. She first started out as a student at the Art School, and joined the Board to help it continue its mission to make art accessible to the larger community.

  • Hilary Wright

    Board member

    Hilary grew up taking art classes before studying ecology and the environment. While attending Trent for her master’s, she is exploring the connections between art and science, and brings non-profit and fundraising experience.

  • Christine Freeman-Roth

    Board member

    Christine came to the arts in midlife, while raising a child passionate about all things artistic. In pottery she found a creative outlet and a supportive community, and is committed to expanding access to the arts for their role in positive mental health.

Interested in joining the board?

You’ll build great friendships and professional contacts and help shape art education in Peterborough. Get in touch.