The Waterloo Catholic District School Board congratulates Sharon Foran of St. David Catholic Secondary School, recipient of the 2026 Drayton Entertainment Teacher of Excellence Award.
The award recognizes an outstanding secondary school educator who demonstrates exceptional skill, dedication and passion for arts education. It holds special meaning because nominations come directly from students involved in high school musical productions.
Foran was nominated by numerous students who described the profound impact she has had on them, both in the classroom and beyond it. By creating meaningful opportunities for young people to take the stage, she helps them build confidence, develop important life skills and find a sense of belonging.
Under her leadership, St. David CSS has grown a vibrant arts community where students are encouraged to discover their talents, strengthen their creativity and find their voice as performers, leaders and collaborators.
Foran received the award on Sept. 24 at the Hamilton Family Theatre Cambridge, during the opening night of Disney’s “The Little Mermaid.”
The board extends its heartfelt congratulations to Foran on this well-deserved recognition and thanks her for her remarkable contributions to arts education. Through her passion and leadership, she is helping to inspire the next generation of actors, storytellers and creative thinkers.
Photo courtesy of Drayton Entertainment.
