The Sudbury Catholic District School Board (SDCSB) is excited to announce that St. Charles College Principal Aaron Barry has been appointed as the new Superintendent of Education, effective August 24, 2026.

Aaron brings more than 26 years of experience in education, having held a wide range of roles within the Sudbury Catholic District School Board. Career milestones include positions as a Science Teacher, International Program Lead, Vice-Principal, Principal, Adult Education Principal, Curriculum and Assessment Writer, and system contributor. Since 2014, Aaron has proudly served as a Principal within Sudbury Catholic at St. Albert Adult Learning Centre, Marymount Academy, and currently St. Charles College. Each of these roles have provided Aaron with broad experience in important areas in education such as school improvement, student pathways, Grade 7-12 programming, Adult and Continuing Education, staff development, student well-being, and the alignment of school-level work with Board and Ministry priorities. 

Beyond his professional work, Aaron is also actively involved in the Sudbury community, serving on the Board of Governors at Laurentian University and proudly contributing to the Science Advisory Committee for Science North. An accomplished musician, he also regularly volunteers his time with the Sudbury Symphony. This strong sense of service carries into his passion for education, where he is deeply committed to advancing STEM within a Catholic learning environment. Always in collaboration with his team, he champions innovative, forward-thinking approaches that ensure students are engaged and equipped with meaningful, up-to-date learning experiences in an ever-evolving field.

“We are so pleased to welcome Aaron Barry to the role of Superintendent of Education” said Morris Hucal, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) & Chief Education Officer (CEdO), for the Sudbury Catholic District School Board. “Aaron is a dedicated leader who has spent more than two decades supporting students, staff, and families across our system. His experience, combined with his deep understanding of our schools, will serve our community very well. What truly stands out about Aaron is his passion for education and his commitment to continuous growth and innovation. He cares deeply about creating meaningful learning opportunities for students and supporting staff in their work. I am confident that his leadership will have a positive and lasting impact on our schools and the students we serve.”

“It is a privilege to be entrusted with the role of Superintendent of Education within the Sudbury Catholic District School Board. I value the confidence placed in me and look forward to supporting students, families, and staff across both elementary and secondary schools. With a strong foundation in mathematics and STEM, I remain committed to fostering engaging, modern learning environments that support student achievement while upholding the values of Catholic education.”

– Aaron Barry, Superintendent of Education

The Sudbury Catholic District School Board’s mission is to realize each student’s potential within an inclusive Catholic learning community by nurturing and developing students through mind, body, and spirit. For more information about the Sudbury Catholic District School Board, please visit www.sudburycatholicschools.ca.