Distinguished Alumni Award

Todd has maintained a strong connection to Strathcona-Tweedsmuir School since attending from 1980 to 1985, alongside his sister Christy (Stacey) ’86. Following Christy’s passing in 1995, the Worsley family established two annual creative writing awards in her honour, recognizing her connection to the STS community.

As an alumnus, former parent, donor, and volunteer, Todd has supported the School in many ways over more than 40 years. His involvement continued when his son Willem ’21 began at STS in 2009, during which time Todd was an active and engaged member of the parent community.

He joined the Board of Governors in 2017, serving as Chair of the Advancement Committee and later on the Governance and Human Resources committees, before serving as Board Chair from 2021 to 2023. Throughout his service, Todd has demonstrated a strong commitment to the School’s vision, mission, and values, with a focus on governance, transparency, and accountability.

Dana Lougheed ’90 is an entrepreneur with more than 26 years of experience across the health, wellness, and finance industries. An active community advocate, she serves on several not-for-profit boards and has completed the ICD Not-for-Profit Governance program.

Dana attended STS for nine years and remains an engaged member of the Alumni Association. She earned degrees in Physical and Health Education and a Bachelor of Science from Queen’s University, followed by her Doctor of Chiropractic from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College.

In 2017, Dana transitioned to the securities industry and is now a partner at Lougheed Wealth Management.

A dedicated member of the STS community, Dana is also a parent of two graduates, Taylor ’22 and Tatum ’24. She has contributed her time and leadership through Board service, including as Chair of the Strategy Committee, and as a member of the IRM and Advancement committees.

As both an alumnus and a parent, Paul has been a dedicated supporter of Strathcona-Tweedsmuir School and the Alumni Association. He served as a member of the Alumni Association Executive and the STS Board of Governors from 2014 to 2016, during his term as President of the Alumni Association.

Paul chaired the development of the STS Community and Alumni Network Strategic Plan (2010 to 2015), which strengthened alumni engagement and helped build a culture of philanthropy at STS. He also played a key role in establishing the Nil Nisi Optimum Notable Alumni Award, recognizing alumni for their achievements in leadership, service, and professional and community contributions.

He has contributed his time as a mentor and speaker, and has supported student life by helping build sets for annual STS musical productions. Paul’s three children, Katherine ’08, John ’10, and Mark ’13, attended STS, and he and his wife Shirley have a long-standing commitment to giving back to the School.

Sloan began her lifelong connection with STS when she entered Grade 1 at Tweedsmuir: An Academic School for Girls in 1969. In 1971, she was part of the first cohort to attend the newly established Strathcona-Tweedsmuir School following the merger of Strathcona School for Boys and Tweedsmuir.

She graduated in 1981, receiving the Strathcona Award, now known as the John S. Burns Family Trophy. Sloan went on to earn her nursing degree and has worked in the mental health field for more than 30 years in both Calgary and Toronto.

In 1990, she hosted the first STS reunion for alumni living in Toronto, reflecting her continued connection to the School and its community.

Having grown up on the STS campus, Pam has demonstrated a lifelong commitment to the School and its motto, Nothing but our best. As both an alumna and a parent, she has contributed to the growth of STS through her leadership, generosity, time, and energy.

Her involvement spans many roles, including Class Representative, Alumni Annual Events Committee Chair, Pre-Campaign Steering Committee member, President of the Alumni Association, and member of the Board of Governors.

Professionally, Pam is recognized as a leader in Calgary’s corporate and non-profit sectors and is a dedicated volunteer and community advocate.

As both an STS alumnus and parent, Vinay has demonstrated strong leadership in building alumni programming, engaging volunteers, strengthening events, and profiling alumni within the School.

He has served on the Alumni Association Executive Committee from 2006 to 2012 and continues to support his class as the Class of 1980 Representative. In addition to his volunteer contributions, Vinay has a long history of supporting the School through philanthropic giving that enhances teaching and learning.

Committed to supporting future generations of STS students, he continues to give his time, talent, and resources to the community. He places a strong emphasis on family while remaining active in the outdoors and engaged in a range of community initiatives.

As an alumnus and parent, Chris has demonstrated a strong and lasting commitment to Strathcona-Tweedsmuir School. As President of the Alumni Association from 2005 to 2007, his leadership helped revitalize alumni engagement and strengthen connections within the community.

A valued member of the Board of Governors since 2005, Chris has served as Vice-Chair, Chair of the Building and Grounds Committee, and Chair of the Campus Rejuvenation Committee. His leadership has played an important role in advancing the School’s campus and supporting its vision as a leading 21st-century learning environment.

Chris’s passion for the School’s country setting and his continued stewardship reflect his deep connection to STS. As both a parent and community leader, he exemplifies the School’s motto, Nothing but our best.

Richard has made significant contributions to both Strathcona-Tweedsmuir School and the broader community. A leading architect, he is recognized for creative and thoughtful designs in Calgary, across Canada, and internationally.

Alongside his professional work, Richard has remained a dedicated supporter of STS. He served on the Board of Governors from 1986 to 1992 and as President of the Alumni Association from 1987 to 1989.

He continues to contribute his time as a mentor to alumni pursuing careers in architecture and has spoken with students about the value of an STS education.

An alumna of Strathcona-Tweedsmuir School, Gretchen is part of a four-generation STS family and has maintained a deep connection to the School for more than 40 years. Her involvement has spanned many roles, including student, alumna, parent, President of the STS Alumni Association, Board Chair, and STS Foundation Director.

In each of these roles, Gretchen has reflected the School’s motto, Nothing but our best, through her leadership, generosity, time, and energy. Alongside her professional and volunteer commitments, she has remained a dedicated and active member of the STS community.

Her continued support and engagement have contributed to the strength of the School and its future.

A Strathcona School for Boys alumnus and STS parent in the 1970s, John is an important part of the School’s history. He was a strong advocate for the merger of the founding schools and the move to the country campus, and helped reinforce a focus on sportsmanship, nature, and outdoor education.

He served on the Board of Governors from 1972 to 1979, including a term as vice-chair. In the early years, he helped strengthen communication within the community through the creation of the alumni magazine STS Trends. In 2005, he also made a significant editorial contribution to the School’s centennial history.

Janice and her siblings grew up on the STS campus, immersed in all aspects of school life. Her family’s connection continued with her daughters, among the first of several three-generation families to attend STS.

She served on the Board of Governors from 2001 to 2004. Janice and her husband, Bruce McFarlane, have been generous supporters of athletics, student financial assistance, and other key School priorities.

Janice has also volunteered extensively, both locally and internationally, including in Laos and Uganda. Through her professional work and community involvement, she continues to reflect the STS motto, Nothing but our best.

The Mannix family’s connection to Strathcona-Tweedsmuir School spans more than 60 years. Fred and Ron, both alumni of Strathcona School for Boys, have remained dedicated supporters of the School over that time.

Fred served on the Board of Governors during the transition from SSB to STS. Ron also served on the Board and led the committee to select an architect for a school expansion. Both contributed their expertise to the STS Foundation and continue to support the School as long-time donors.

In addition to their leadership and service, 11 members of the Mannix family have received an STS education, reflecting a deep and lasting connection to the School.

A Strathcona School for Boys alumnus, David has demonstrated a long-standing commitment to Strathcona-Tweedsmuir School. He joined the Board of Governors in 1971, providing leadership and pro bono legal counsel to the School for 28 years.

He served as Chair of the Board from 1988 to 1990, during which time the Student Enrolment Bond Program was successfully implemented. After retiring from the Board in 1999, David remained actively involved in the community, serving as president of the STS Foundation from 2001 to 2011.

David became a boarder at Strathcona School for Boys during the Second World War. He later played a key role in fundraising efforts to establish the School on its current campus in the early 1970s.

His dedication to Strathcona-Tweedsmuir School continued through his service as Chair of the Board of Governors from 1972 to 1974, and as a founding director of the STS Foundation. His family’s connection to the School continued as all of his children attended STS.

A St. Hilda’s alumna, Marmie has lived a life that reflects the mission of STS through her commitment to academic excellence, community leadership, and a broad range of experiences. She earned her Bachelor of Arts and went on to build a career marked by active involvement in both business and volunteer work.

Her contributions include service on a number of boards and committees, including the Kananaskis Citizens Advisory Committee, the Glenbow Museum and Archives, and the Calgary Stampede, where she was among the first women to serve on its committees.

Marmie has remained a dedicated supporter of Strathcona-Tweedsmuir School, serving as the third president of the STS Alumni Association and continuing to champion St. Hilda’s and STS reunions.

A Strathcona School for Boys alumnus, Sandy became Head of School in 1967. In 1971, he helped lead the merger with Tweedsmuir: An Academic School for Girls, becoming the founding Head of the newly established Strathcona-Tweedsmuir School. He served in this role for 12 years, retiring in 1983.

Sandy dedicated his life to STS, helping shape many of the programs that remain central to the School today, including Outdoor Education and the STS Agencies service program. His family’s connection to STS spans generations, with all five of his children and five grandchildren attending the School.

An alumnus of Strathcona School for Boys, Donald is part of four generations of the Cross family connected to the School. Over that time, the family has played a meaningful role in both the growth of Calgary and the life of the Strathcona-Tweedsmuir School community.

Donald helped facilitate the gift of 160 acres of land to establish STS on its current campus in 1970. He also supported the development of the school building in 1978 and served as one of the founding directors of the STS Foundation.

As an alumnus, former parent, and member of the Board of Governors, Steven has supported the Alumni Association and chaired the Board’s Development Committee. He played a key role in establishing the Advancement Department at Strathcona-Tweedsmuir School.

Steven’s commitment to STS also led him to help strengthen access to the School through financial aid, including establishing the STS Family Bursary endowment in 2001.