team
The Old School Team is made up of individuals who are passionate about improving the wellness of all ages. With expertise in their given fields, appreciation for the arts and most importantly kind hearts, their knowledge help to make informed decisions on what is best for the organization.
Erin Winsor
Executive Director
Co-Founder
Erin Winsor is a Certified Dementia Care Provider, Office Administrator, Musician, Actor, Graphic Designer, Artist Facilitator, Adjudicator, and End-of-life Doule (in training). She is a graduate of Sheridan College: Music Theatre Performance Program, College of the North Atlantic: Executive Administration Program, and Dementia Solutions CDCP Program. Erin has worked in a variety for settings including as a CYCW with Key Assets and a Private Home Care Worker, and a Music Coordinator at a local long-term care home. Erin has remained active in Newfoundland theatre since graduating in 2013; she has worked with companies such as Rising Tide Theatre, Spirit of Newfoundland, and TaDa. Erin has teamed up with The Singing Legionnaires on multiple occasions to support their ongoing participation in the community. Erin has a specific interest in dementia care and the effect of art on people's health. She has the rare skill of building a special rapport with older adults and children. Her hope is to continue to bring her love of the arts into their lives to build creativity and encourage happiness.
Becky Winsor brings a range of experiences as a past member of multiple university committees, nonprofits, and community groups. She is a proud mom and high school educator. She believes in a relationships first approach to teaching and learning and loves to incorporate hands-on and community connected learning into her work and life. Old School creates so many beautiful authentic learning experiences and she is happy to be a part of it.
Picture: Becky and her son, Cole
Becky Winsor
Board of Directors
An award winning journalist with extensive experience covering all aspects of local news for 15+ years, Renell brings to the Board an unbiased understanding of current social and economic strengths and challenges, with a keen interest in understanding the goals and possibilities of community and human connection. After spending over a decade with VOCM radio, followed by two years in the non-profit sector, Renell is now a business reporter with allNewfoundlandLabrador. She lives in Pouch Cove with her husband, two boys and cat.