Our Team

Our Board Members consists of industry specialists who advise on strategic decisions based on their vast knowledge in education and strategic decisions.

Co-founder and Curriculum Director

Sam Leach

Sam is a full-time English teacher and part-time Harry Potter professor. After studying at Durham University where she graduated with First-Class Honours, Sam taught in boarding schools in the UK before moving to North America in September 2019. She and Julie Champagne co-founded their tutoring agency, ‘The English Tutor,’ supporting children worldwide during the COVID-19 outbreak, including in China, India, the UK, and Canada. Together, they created Ontario’s first Harry Potter course, ‘Harry Potter and the Critical Lens,’ a Grade 12 University-level credit.

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Co-Founder and

Board Chair

Mark Harrison

Mark wants to change the world for the better. With over 30 years of experience in sponsorship and marketing, he has learned how strategic, thoughtful storytelling can engage, influence, and motivate audiences in immeasurable ways. A true innovator and entrepreneur, Mark’s journey has included roles as student paper editor, published author, superfan, coach, part-timer, and President. Inspired by his father, a high school teacher in Orillia, Mark founded Park Street Education to honor great educators and their impact on children.

Claire Barron

Manager of Learning & Development, Vice-Chair

Anika Chabra

Director

Our team, including our Executive Director and dedicated tutors, consistently demonstrates excellence in their leadership and teaching, ensuring a nurturing and effective learning environment for all students.