The Toronto District School Board community is mourning the sudden and heartbreaking loss of Finola Fagan, a cherished Spanish and French teacher at Leaside High School, who passed away unexpectedly this week.
Fagan was known for her passion for languages, her dedication to her students, and her unwavering kindness both inside and outside the classroom. Over the years, she became a beloved member of the Leaside High School faculty, inspiring countless students to embrace new cultures and perspectives through the study of French and Spanish.
Beyond her role as an educator, Finola was a devoted mother and grandmother, whose warmth and compassion touched everyone who knew her. Colleagues and students remember her as a patient, encouraging, and full-of-life teacher — one who made learning joyful and meaningful.
The Toronto District School Board has expressed its condolences to Finola’s family, colleagues, and students, noting the lasting impact she made in her years of service to the school community.
Grief support resources have been made available to staff and students at Leaside High School as they process this difficult loss.
Finola Fagan’s legacy as an educator, mentor, and friend will continue to live on in the many lives she shaped throughout her teaching career.
Funeral arrangements and memorial details have not yet been announced.
