President: Roger Desmarais
Serving BCCSD for 4 years as President. Still ongoing!
Growing up I attended the following; Deaf Children Society Preschool for 3 years, Jericho Hill School for the Deaf from K to Grade 7, and went onto Burnaby South Secondary/ BC School for the Deaf and then after High school; Gallaudet University and British Columbia Institute of Technology. I recently received a new Hearing Dog, Ella, a young yellow Labrador. It is very different experience because she is with me 24/7 and goes to work with me! Currently employed as a Biomed Engineering Tech working for a non-profit organization. We provide respiratory equipment and help people with disabilities to live independently.
My Son Owen is a CODA and has attended Deaf Children’s Society Preschool and is currently at South Slope Elementary. He’s growing out his front two adult teeth now! In the summer we love to attend the Deaf Family Camp at Hornby Island. Usual hobbies include: Art, Board Games, Video Games, Lego, Tattoos, watching MMA.
Vice-President: Kristen Pranzl
Hello! My name is Kristen Pranzl and I am the proud Vice President of BCCSD. I am also the proud mom to a little boy named Quentin. I enjoy being involved in the Deaf community and feel that being on the board of BCCSD is an excellent way to contribute. Currently working at Provincial Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, I am planning on returning to school to complete my Master’s of Education. I am looking forward to working with the Deaf community and hope people are keen on becoming involved with BCCSD!
Secretary: Alayna Finley
I graduated from Mountain Secondary School in Langley, finished two degrees at U.B.C. (a BA in English Literature and a BEd in Elementary Teacher Education), and am currently enrolled in the school of life.
I am an avid lover of all things to do with mountains and beaches — and so I’m a long-time snowboarder and ‘new-to-it-but-loving-it’ surfer. Travelling, reading, and photography also appeal to me.
My working life up to now has been fortunately rich in experiences and learning. I’m currently working for a provincial organization and focus on supporting families with deaf members with literacy / communication. I also do some teaching and love all that I do.
Look forward to seeing you in the community!
Treasurer: David McGregor
I was born and raised in South Surrey/Langley. I graduated from BCSD in 2006, and I am currently taking General Studies. Lately I believe I have a good idea of what I want to do with my life, but who knows? With my spare time I play hockey, snowboard, mountain bike, fish, golf and many things outdoor. Recently I have spent quite a bit of time focusing on my golf game.
ASL Director: Julie Rose Baxter-Lampitt
I attended JHS for the Deaf and Blind and graduated from Kitsilano Secondary School. I have always been interested in ASL and other sign languages of other countries. I have been immersed in the study and teaching of basic ASL for many years. I am drawn to study and learn, and have felt enriched by attending educational workshops and meetings.
I hope to preserve our rich history and traditional and pass them on to younger Deaf generations. I hope BCCSD will continue to blossom and grow in the years to come. I look forward to seeing you all at our upcoming BCCSD events.
Your truly Deaf Culturally,
Julie Rose Baxter-Lampitt
Art Director: Zoée Montpetit
I grew up attending multiple schools as a solitary in the mainstream over on Vancouver Island, at first using Signed English and then making the switch to ASL during high school. After high school I went off to lead countless adventures for about a decade. Now I am currently in the process of upgrading at VCC with a few ideas of what to study. As for work, I am a freelance graphic/web designer and photographer.
The arts have been a life-long passion of mine. I’ve dabbled with practically everything out there from drawing to welding to spinning yarn to photography. It’s what keeps me happy and fulfilled in this life of mine. I’m also quite captivated by geeky stuff such as comics, board games, video games, and web design. Biking, gardening, cooking, reading, and travelling are other interests of mine.
As the Art Director, I handle most design aspects of the organization, such as website, brochures, flyers, and event decorations. I’m very excited about this opportunity. Hope to see you around!