The SDACC Office of Education serves conferences and approximately 350 educators across Canada. In addition to curriculum and policy support, Office of Education personnel collaborate with colleagues at the North American Division and other unions to support the work of Adventist education across the division.
Shad Lehmann
Director of Education
phone: 905-433-0011, ext. 2073
email: lehmann.shad@adventist.ca
Shad Lehmann is a fourth generation Adventist and has attended Adventist schools for his entire academic career. He holds a B.Ed. from Burman University, a M.A. in Educational Leadership from La Sierra, and is currently completing a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership at Andrews University. Throughout his career Shad has taught at all levels from kindergarten through university. He has also served as a principal and a superintendent of education before joining the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Canada as the Associate Director of Education in February 2017. In August 2023, Shad’s role changed, and he is currently the Director of Education.
Keisha Williams Cummings
Associate Director of Education
phone: 905-433-0011, ext. 3554
email: williams.keisha@adventist.ca
Keisha Williams Cummings has dedicated more than a decade to Adventist Education. She holds a Bachelor of Education from McGill University and a Master of Arts in Administration and Leadership from La Sierra University. Over the years, Keisha has been both a teacher and a principal at the elementary and high school levels, fostering a deep passion for the holistic principles central to Adventist education. She now serves as the Associate Director of Education for the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Canada.
Brandy Perkins
Senior Executive Assistant/Certification Registrar
phone: 905-433-0011, ext. 2072
email: perkins.brandy@adventist.ca
Brandy Perkins has worked for the SDACC Office of Education for over 20 years and her current position is Senior Executive Assistant/Certification Registrar. She holds a Design Specialty in Graphic Arts certificate from Durham College and a B.Sc. in General Studies with a focus in Social Studies from Andrews University.
General Inquiries
local phone: (905) 433-0011
toll-free: (800) 263-7868
email: education@adventist.ca
