Key Responsibilities
The Advisory Board was established in an effort to ensure alignment with Keystone Schools’ mission, values, and long-term goals. Historically, Keystone has been shaped by community voices and collective effort, and we aim to build on that foundation. This year, we are hoping to expand the Board to include parent involvement. The primary responsibilities of our advisory board can be summarised as follows:
- Provide strategic oversight and policy advice
- Facilitate the implementation of the Schoolwide Action Plan
- Support branding, outreach, and recruitment strategies
- Guide child protection leadership and policy alignment
- Review and recommend institutional relocations and infrastructure decisions
The Advisory Board meets regularly with the leadership team to monitor progress, refine institutional strategy, and ensure alignment with long‑term goals.
Advisory Board Members
Sema Kizilkaya
Founder of Istanbul‑based Keystone International & Kilittaşı Schools, Sema has been an educator since 1991. She champions a bilingual, student-centered approach that prioritizes creativity, adaptability, social-emotional well‑being, multilingualism, and life skills alongside academic goals.
Doa Demirsu-Doran
Doa Demirsu-Doran is the Head of Keystone School, a private school (grades 7-12) in Toronto known for its project-based learning and nurturing environment. Doa holds a Bachelor of Science from UMass and a Master’s in Global Leadership from McGill. Under her leadership, Keystone is on its way to becoming an IB school, expanding its international and local student base. Doa also served as a director of McGill’s Alumni Board of Toronto for several years. Her strategic vision, dedication to educational excellence, and strong background in school operations make her a valuable addition to any board.