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PreK-Grade 12 International Day and Boarding School in Kobe, Japan | Since 1913

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Leadership Team 

Canadian Academy’s leadership team is led by the Headmaster and comprised of Principals, Directors, and Coordinators to implement the strategic goals and lead the daily operations of the school. 

 

Governance at CA 

Our Board of Trustees consists of a vibrant mix of current and former parents, alumni, and friends. Members of Canadian Academy’s Board of Trustees govern to ensure the long-term stability of the school and the best interests of the community.

Name: Yoko Furuyama                                  
Role: Chair                                                  
Member Since: 2013-2014                                
Affiliation to CA: Former Parent

Name: JL Bonnier                                                 
Member Since: 2019-2020                      
Affiliation to CA: Parent

Name: Ketan Chaudhari                          
Member Since: 2019-2020                      
Affiliation to CA: Parent and Alumni

Name: Eric Brueggemann                             
Role: Vice-Chair, Treasurer                      
Member Since: 2018-2019                      
Affiliation to CA: Parent and Alumni

Name: Ae Kyung Kim                                            
Member Since: 2010-2011                        
Affiliation to CA: Parent and Alumni

Name: Simone Thomsen                                      
Member Since: 2021-2022                      
Affiliation to CA: Parent

Name: Mika Ishida                                        
Role: Secretary                                          
Member Since: 2017-2018                      
Affiliation to CA: Former Parent

Name: Jon Schatzky                                              
Member Since: 2015-2016                      
Affiliation to CA: Headmaster