Our Head of school, Mrs. Dione, has been awarded the title of “Chevalier” of the “Ordre des Palmes académiques”!
This prestigious recognition, awarded by the French Government, aknowledges her exceptional contributions to education.
A ceremony took place on Nov. 7, 2024 at Cousteau School, in the presence of Mr. Nicolas Baudouin, Consul General of France, and Mrs. Charlotte Montel, Head of the Cultural, Education and Science Department at the French Embassy in Ottawa.

Mrs. Dione was interviewed by French CBC Radio on November 7, 2024. Listen to the interview here: https://ici.radio-canada.ca/ohdio/premiere/emissions/phare-ouest/segments/rattrapage/1903278/palmes-academiques-remis-a-cecile-dione

Our school is very fortunate to benefit from the inspiring vision and commitment of our Head of school, dedicated to our ambitious and enriching educational project.

Congratulations Mrs Dione!