Faculty

Principal

Mr. Michael Simms
Hometown: Edmonton, Alberta

Kindergarten A

Mrs. Tanveer Kaur and Mrs. Jaspreet Kaur Gill
Hometown:  Oakville, Ontario
Teaching Experience:  Volunteering in many elementary classrooms and working as a TA during my Undergrad years led me to teacher’s college. I completed my teacher’s education at the University of Toronto and received my B.Ed. with a teachable of general science. My practicum placements took me to several classrooms ranging from Grade 5 to Grade 12. I joined the Khalsa School team in 2009.
About Me:  I enjoy an active lifestyle and like to stay busy in many Sikhi related programs. During my free time I help organize Sikh retreats for the youth and continue to attend Sikh retreats/camps/training programs to further my own knowledge. I have a passion for Classical Kirtan (Raag Kirtan) not only on the harmonium, but with Tanti Saaj (Dilruba), and am currently enrolled in a 3 year program through Raj Musicals and the London College of Music.

Kindergarten B

Ms. Renee Harper and Mrs. Rinkpaul Sangra

Grade 1 A

Miss Sabrine Kaur Hundal and Ms Sonja Konrad
Hometown: Calgary, Alberta
Teaching Experience: I received a Bachelor of Education degree from the University of Calgary in 2007. During my program I had two practicum placements at two different elementary schools in Calgary. I joined the Khalsa School Calgary School Staff in January 2008 and continue to work as the grade one teacher.
About Me: I am an outgoing person who enjoys trying new things. I enjoy spending time with family and friends, being active by skating, working out and being outdoors, travelling, and baking.

Grade 1 B

Ms. Natalie Tupper and Mrs. Kulvinder Kaur Gosal

Grade 2

Ms. Leith Monaghan and Mrs. Amarjit Dhaliwal

Grade 3A

Ms. Elsie Loomer
Hometown:  Edmonton, Alberta
Teaching Experience:  I earned my Bachelor of Education in Elementary Education from the University of Alberta in June of 1998 and started my teaching career that fall.  I have taught grades one, three, four, and five as an elementary generalist in the public, charter, and private school systems.  I have also taught adult English as a Second Language classes in the summer.
About Me: I was born in Hong Kong, raised in Edmonton, and have lived in Fox Lake, John D’or Prairie, and Calgary.  My husband and I have resided in Airdrie since 2007.  I enjoy reading, needlework, hiking, and movies.  My favourite subject to teach is Language Arts.

Grade 3B

Ms. Chelsea Mills and Mrs. Poonam Ganghas

I from Brandon, Manitoba. Throughout high school and university I volunteered in man y elementary school classrooms and with a variety of youth organizations. I also worked as a summer camp counselor and an educational support aid for children with special needs. After completing a Bachelor of Arts degree, I pursued my interest in education by studying Primary/Junior Education at the University of Ottawa. In 2009 I began my teaching career as a substitute teacher in Canmore, Alberta. This is my second year teaching at Khalsa School Calgary. I very much enjoy teaching grade 3, directing the school choir, and helping out with extra-curricular activities. In my free time I enjoy hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing and singing in
a choir. I also like spending time with my friends and family.

Grade 4A 

Ms. Karamjit Kaur Seran
Hometown: Winnipeg, Manitoba
Teaching Experience: I graduated last year from the University of Winnipeg. I hold two degrees; Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Education. My teachable areas are in Science and Math, although at my previous job (Sylvain Learning Centre), I did get to teach a variety of different subjects. I also taught a variety of different classes during my practicum and from each class I learned something new.
About Me: I recently moved to Calgary and I am enjoying my teaching position at Khalsa School Calgary. It had always been my dream to serve my own community, and my dream finally came true. I learned a lot from my teaching blocks but still have a lot to learn. I will continue to grow as I gain more experience and inspiration from students, staff and community. My goal at Khalsa School Calgary is to combine my knowledge with my abilities to be a compassionate and enthusiastic teacher to make learning meaningful, understandable and enjoyable for my students. I am proud to be a part of such a hard working team.

Grade 4B

Mr. Billy Schultz

Grade 5

Mr. Daniel VanDrunen and Mrs. Prabhjeet Aulakh

Grade 6

Ms. Sarah Kaur Dhura and Ms. Jasmine Sidhu

Grade 7

Mrs. Navdeep Kaur Dhillon and Mrs. Jaspreet Kaur

Grade 8

Ms. Megan Blackey

Grade 9

Mr. Clinton Weening and Mr. Darshan Dhindsa

Punjabi/Gurmat

Mrs. Devinder Kaur Sivia and Mrs. Satinder Kaur

Mrs. Ravinder Kaur Chatha

Keertan

Mr. Parvinder Singh Dhaliwal and Mr. Amritpal Singh

Balanced Literacy

Mrs. Nicole Bruins

Technology Co-ordinator

Mrs. Rekha Choudhary

Staff

Library

Mrs. Rupinder Kaur Sandhu

Administrative Secretary

Mrs. Dawindar Kaur Randev

Business Manager

Mrs. Neelam Kaur Hallan

Office Assistant

Mrs. Harjit Kaur Dhanjal

Custodian

Mrs. Kuldip Vining

Caretaker

Mr. Manjit Singh