This episode features a presentation from our LeadMeet 2025 in Edmonton. Kim Backs, the principal at Jasper Place High School, speaks about her work in building a positive culture in schools.
This session is full of actionable tips that any school leader can use to improve the culture in their school.
To learn more about the ATA Council for School Leadership, visit our website.

Dr. Lindsay Avramovic is Principal of St. Francis of Assisi Academy and the new President of the Council for School Leadership. She also serves on the Board of Directors for the Canadian Association of Principals.

Dr. Avramovic started her career teaching elementary grades in Canmore with Christ the Redeemer Schools, advancing through roles as Vice Principal, Director of Catholic Education, and Vice Principal at a K-9 school in De Winton. Her leadership has focused on faith formation, curriculum development, and advocating for Catholic education.

Committed to lifelong learning, she earned a Master's in Administration and Educational Leadership from the University of New Brunswick and recently completed her Doctorate in Education at Western University, specializing in educational leadership and K-12 systems.

Dr. Avramovic is actively involved with the Alberta Teachers’ Association, serving on several committees and boards, reflecting her dedication to school leadership and education advocacy.

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In this episode we speak with Michelle Nieviadomy, who will be closing uLead 2025.
Michelle Nieviadomy is the iskwew (woman in Cree) behind Iskwew Health, blending over 15 years of wellness industry experience with her passion for fitness and community building. As a goal-driven facilitator, public speaker, fitness instructor, and wellness advocate, Michelle’s work is guided by key principles:

• LOVE: Promoting self-love as the core message of Iskwew Health.

• HUMILITY: Lifelong learning to expand her wellness knowledge.

• RESPECT: Embracing every individual’s story.

• TRUTH: A belief in belonging within the Creator’s world.

• COURAGE: Honoring those who show up for themselves.

• HONESTY: Standing in truth and helping others do the same.

• WISDOM: Creating space for collective wisdom through Indigenous teachings.

Iskwew Health is the realization of Michelle’s dream to foster holistic well-being and community connection.

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