Our People

Simone Littledale –Principal, Lead Teacher, Inclusive Education Coordinator

Simone (she/her) is a multidisciplinary artist and educator with a passion for inquiry-based education. Her varied work history includes working as a copywriter for nonprofits, a production potter, and an educational falconer. A native speaker of Spanish, she has worked as a community arts facilitator with Amazonian Indigenous communities through Fundación Calanoa. She is also a member on the governing board of Rocky Point Bird Observatory. Simone holds a B.A. in Creative Writing with a minor in Spanish, and an Education diploma with a focus on visual art and Spanish, both from the University of Victoria. A grateful guest on Lək̓ʷəŋən and W̱SÁNEĆ territory for over fifteen years, Simone is also an avid naturalist, forager, gardener, and birdwatcher.

Sasha Ilnyckyj – Vice Principal, Teacher

Sasha (he/him) is an educator currently working in Lək̓ʷəŋən territory in Victoria, Canada. As a public school teacher and private music teacher, Sasha possesses a fascination with learning and the learner. His educational philosophy continues to evolve and gravitate around fostering community, empowering youth, creating generative learning and forming links between the class and the broader world. Sasha’s current pet projects include collaborative music-making, hydroponic gardening, indigenizing learning and using inquiry in the classroom. Sasha’s education has often taken him to the intersections that lie at the junction between the shrewd sciences and the expressive arts. He holds a B.A. in history & psychology (McGill University), a diploma in classical music (Capilano University), and a B.Ed. with specializations in science and history (University of Victoria). This eclectic learning path was charted with the hope that breadth will enable him to design interdisciplinary explorations that engage and empower his students.

Aaron Lam – Education Assistant

Aaron was born and raised in Victoria, Canada. He is passionate about teaching tech, music, art and history to students of all ages. Prior to VISII, he worked as Head of Technology for 8 years at The Harbour School in Hong Kong and designed and taught tech curriculum for K – 12. Aaron received his Master’s in Educational Technology from UBC in 2022. Outside of teaching, Aaron loves to produce music, take photos and paint digitally.

Madison – Education Assistant

Meghan Carrico – Consultant

Meghan is a principal, education consultant, distributed learning teacher, partner, mother, and recently a grandmother. Her passion for innovative education has led her to help people start a variety of educational initiatives, from schools to outdoor programs. She is passionate about helping families build community and discover new and bold paths that support their child’s learning. Meghan holds a B.A. from Antioch college, a teaching certificate from Simon Fraser University, and a M.A. in Leadership from Royal Roads University. Meghan has a love of textile arts, costume design, theatre, baby goats and mathematical thinking. Channeling her strong belief in community-based education, she founded the TES music theatre program out of the Revue theatre on Granville Island.

Pisco – School Mascot

Though not on the payroll of the school, Pisco is an important member of the VISII community. Pisco is Ms. Littledale’s parrotlet; he comes to school when he is in the mood and provides avian mentorship and inspiration. Pisco’s interests include mimicry, chewing things, and eating almonds.