School Council members for the 2024-2025 school year:
Co-Chair: Nupur Chakravorty
Nupur is an architect with over 15 years of experience working on a wide range of buildings. She volunteers, as a board member, at Gloucester Community Housing. She previously volunteered at the Canadian Green Building Council (Ottawa Chapter), and was on City’s Pedestrian and Transit Committee. When trying to avoid architecture she enjoys colouring, playing legos, programming, reading or cooking with her two young kids. Nupur believes that kids are the future, and a proper foundation is required at micro (home) and macro (community) level to help them achieve their full potential. She takes the saying “It takes a village to raise a child” to heart, and as such joined the WEJ parent council. Being an immigrant herself she enjoys interacting with newcomers, and in particular, understanding their way of nurturing. Come join her at the next council meeting
Co-Chair: Israa Rahmaan
Israa is a proud mom of two boys at WEJ. She works as a pharmacist and has over 13 years of work experience in a variety of clinical settings. In her spare time, she loves travelling, hiking, spending time with friends and family, cooking and colouring. She is excited to play an active role in the school council this year, and hopes to improve student experiences and achievements, keeping the needs and interests of the students at the center. Israa is looking forward to meeting other parents and staff at the council.
Treasurer: Tien Nguyen (Tina)
Tina and family immigrated to Canada in 2018 and moved to Ottawa in 2022. She has a background in IT and is working at TD Bank as a Data Steward. Tina’s son is fortunate to start his school life at WEJ, currently at Junior Kindergarten! Tina finds it a fulfilling experience to be part of the WEJ school council where the team contributes to the school’s extra-curricular activities to enhance the student’s experience and well-being. Come join us with your ideas and engagement.
Secretary: Vacant
Hot Lunch Program Coordinator: Sutha Manik
Sutha Manik is an engineer at Ciena and the parent of two children who are attending WEJ and one at EOM. This marks my ninth year on the school council, where I coordinate the Hot Lunch Program. I enjoy contributing my spare time to the school community and looking forward to another successful school year!
Hot Lunch Program Assistant: Nicoleta Uzea