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Leadership & Governance

Experienced school leaders, certified master educators, and regulatory governance dedicated to student safety and academic excellence.

School Authority
Calgary International Academy, Ltd.
Authority Code: A.0356
Board Chair
James R. Dagel
Governance & Institutional Stewardship
Campus Location
Livingston Community
1248 Livingston Way NE, Calgary, AB T3P 0V6
Administrative Team

School Leadership & Lead Faculty

Ms. Angelina McMullin - Head of School
BSc, BA

Ms. Angelina McMullin

Head of School

Guiding the academic vision, operational integrity, and caring community culture of Calgary International Academy with over 15 years of educational leadership.

“Every child possesses boundless curiosity. Our role is to create a secure, inspiring harbor where that curiosity transforms into lasting capability and moral confidence.”
Calgary International Academy
Ms. Rachel Navida - School Principal & Primary Educator
BEd, MEd (Master of Education)

Ms. Rachel Navida

School Principal & Primary Educator

An accomplished educator holding both Bachelor and Master of Education degrees, specializing in early literacy, inquiry-based curriculum design, and foundational student wellness.

“True educational excellence is achieved by meeting children where they are and nurturing every individual's unique brilliance, rather than screening students with entrance tests.”
Calgary International Academy
Ms. Meleni Perera - Pre-Kindergarten Lead Teacher

Ms. Meleni Perera

Pre-Kindergarten Lead Teacher

Passionate early childhood educator dedicated to creating warm, engaging inquiry spaces where young children build strong emotional foundations and a lifelong love for discovery.

“When learning begins with wonder and laughter, children develop the natural courage to ask deep questions and explore the world around them.”
Calgary International Academy
Ms. Taylor Kautz - Grades 2–3 Lead Teacher
BEd Certified Alberta Educator

Ms. Taylor Kautz

Grades 2–3 Lead Teacher

Specializing in intermediate elementary pedagogy, inquiry-driven science, and creative writing workshops that empower students to express their ideas clearly and confidently.

“Inquiry empowers students to own their learning journey. When students understand the 'why' behind concepts, mathematical and scientific mastery follows naturally.”
Calgary International Academy
Mr. Ben Qiao - Grades 4–6 Lead Teacher & STEAM Specialist
BEd Certified Alberta Educator

Mr. Ben Qiao

Grades 4–6 Lead Teacher & STEAM Specialist

Leading upper elementary academics, robotics, and the culminating IB PYP Exhibition, equipping senior elementary students with critical thinking, research, and collaborative problem-solving skills.

“We are preparing students for a rapidly evolving world. Teaching computational thinking, ethical discernment, and scientific discipline equips them to be constructive global leaders.”
Calgary International Academy
Mr. Omar Brown - Policy Analyst & Regulatory Compliance
Governance, Legal & Finance Oversight

Mr. Omar Brown

Policy Analyst & Regulatory Compliance

Ensuring Calgary International Academy maintains rigorous compliance with Alberta Education standards, provincial health and safety policies, and exemplary fiscal governance.

“Sound institutional stewardship and transparent governance provide the steadfast foundation upon which academic excellence and student safety thrive.”
Calgary International Academy
Ms. Lexi Scheuer - Compliance & Student Support Specialist
Operational & Policy Compliance

Ms. Lexi Scheuer

Compliance & Student Support Specialist

Supporting student service protocols, parent policy orientations, and operational standards to maintain an inclusive, allergy-aware, and secure environment for every family.

“Clear communication between families and school administration builds the trusting partnership essential for every child's academic and emotional well-being.”
Calgary International Academy