Sherron Grant has been an educator for over 15 years and an advocate for persons with special needs for even longer. She is currently an elementary school Principal. Sherron graduated from York University with an Honours B.A. and later returned to school full-time and completed her Bachelor and Master of Education degrees at OISE at the University of Toronto. Sherron feels blessed with the opportunity to empower and enlighten students, support teachers and partner with parents and community in support of the achievement and well-being of all learners that cross her path. Outside of school, Sherron supports families, has volunteered in several capacities on various Boards and committees in the disability sector and advocates for persons living with various disabilities, to be recognized for their valuable contributions to society and emphasizes the benefit we all experience when eliminating barriers for others. Sherron was the 2020 recipient of the Community Living Toronto Jim Turner Award for Outstanding Voluntarism! Sherron is also the recipient of a Humanitarian Service Award in 2021 and most recently, the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee pin for her work in creating a safe space for Black parents/guardians raising and caring for a loved one with a disability. When not “on the clock”, Sherron is an avid “foodie, enjoys a good workout at the gym and time with her grandchildren.