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- calendar_today October 13, 2026
Former Teacher Faces Professional Misconduct Proceedings in Saskatoon
Dawn Beaudry, a former educator at a private Christian school in Saskatoon, appeared before the Saskatchewan Professional Teachers Regulatory Board this week to respond to charges of professional misconduct. The hearing focused on allegations concerning Beaudry's conduct during her time at Christian Centre Academy, rebranded first as Legacy Christian Academy and now operating as Valour Academy.
Agreement on Potential Penalties
During a virtual disciplinary hearing held Tuesday, Beaudry participated without legal representation. She agreed that, should the committee find her guilty of professional misconduct, she would accept the recommended penalties: the immediate revocation of her teaching certificate and a $2,000 fine. This arrangement would occur upon the finding of guilt by the teacher disciplinary board.
Details of the Allegations
The professional misconduct charges relate to events between 1989 and 2013 at Christian Centre Academy. According to the disciplinary board, Beaudry is alleged to have "failed to provide adequate instruction" to students. Furthermore, it is alleged that, starting in 2008, she conspired to conceal criminal activities—including the sexual assault of students. This alleged suppression of information, according to the board, increased risks for minors under her care and was deemed harmful to their best interests. These allegations are professional, not criminal; Beaudry does not face criminal charges in this matter.
Background: Previous Incidents at the School
The school, which has operated under the names Christian Centre Academy, Legacy Christian Academy, and currently Valour Academy, has been the focus of previous legal attention. Notably, two former staff members have been convicted of criminal offenses connected to reports that students had been struck with a wooden paddle. Additionally, the school's former athletic director pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting a teenage student. These historic incidents have put the institution under scrutiny regarding student safety and child protection standards.
Beaudry’s Statement and Committee’s Next Steps
At the hearing, Beaudry addressed the disciplinary committee directly. She stated her willingness to accept the proposed penalties, should she be found guilty, in part to avoid the further trauma of a hearing involving testimony from a former student. Following her statement, the Saskatchewan Professional Teachers Regulatory Board adjourned to review the case and deliberate on the findings and any resulting sanctions related to teacher misconduct and student safety.
Ongoing Focus on Student Safety and Private School Discipline
This case is the latest example of ongoing efforts by education regulators in Saskatchewan to address alleged educational misconduct within the province's private schools. The teacher disciplinary board's proceedings reflect increased public scrutiny and concern regarding both private school discipline and broader issues of school abuse allegations and child protection. The outcome of Beaudry's case will be determined following the committee’s private deliberations.
Source: cbc.ca.
