Meet The Fusion Team
Bradey Thompson
Principal & Co-Founder
Bradey has dedicated 24 years to public education, working with students from Kindergarten through Grade 12. Over his career, he has served as a principal in two distinct school settings and has held leadership roles for more than half of his professional journey. Bradey brings a wealth of expertise in building partnerships with post-secondary institutions, industry leaders, and community organizations to create diverse learning opportunities and robust student support systems. He is passionate about fostering meaningful, engaging learning experiences that inspire students to embrace lifelong learning. As an advocate for innovative education, Bradey is enthusiastic about shaping the future of learning with Fusion Collegiate.
Chris Meaden
Superintendent
Chris Meaden is excited to be part of the inaugural Fusion team. She has enjoyed a few “short” decades as a teacher and leader in elementary, middle and high schools. Highlights of her career include work in gifted education, career development and educational partnerships. She enjoyed the opportunity to open a new high school while learning from a Canadian astronaut. She is fortunate to have worked, too, as a district leader in one of the largest and progressive school jurisdictions in Canada. Chris is a proud mom who is keen to help others further their skills through pathway learning, successful transitions and entrepreneurship.
Kyra Bogensberger
Co-Founder, Director of Learning & Student Services
Kyra has spent 28 years in education in settings ranging from elementary to high school. In the last half of her career she has had the privilege of opening 3 new schools, one as a teacher, one as a Learning Leader and in 2013 a new high school in Calgary as an administrator. Kyra is excited to come on board with Fusion in the planning stages and opening year. Her passion area is working with students to help them set direction and support them to reach their full potential.
Lisa Betterton
Co-Founder,
Director of Pathways & Partnerships
& Assistant Principal
Lisa is a transformative leader dedicated to driving student success through innovative pathway programs that bridge high school, college, and career transitions. With a proven track record in skilled training and dual-credit programming, she has led impactful collaborations with post-secondary institutions and industry partners to equip students for the demands of the modern workforce.
Known for her strategic vision and ability to inspire teams, Lisa designs and implements programs that foster creativity, community, and achievement. Her leadership emphasizes inclusivity and student-centered practices, creating environments where all learners can thrive and achieve their full potential.
