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

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Our Leadership team is dedicated to implementing Canadian Academy’s strategic goals and leading school operations.

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: 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: Lindsey Berns                                              
Member Since: 2024-2025                      
Affiliation to CA: Head of School