News Release
5/10/2017
Aurora, ON –Trustees are pleased to announce the appointment of the Interim Director of Education for the York Region District School Board. Kathi Wallace, former Director of Education at the Simcoe County District School Board, will begin her new role effective May 17.
“We welcome the announcement of Kathi Wallace as Interim Director of Education,” said Board Chair Loralea Carruthers. “Ms. Wallace is an experienced, knowledgeable and respected leader in education. Her fresh perspective will help us operate successfully as a Board to ensure the best interests of our students, schools and communities are being met as we undergo the changes ahead.”
The Board of Trustees is in the process of developing a policy for the recruitment of a permanent Director of Education. In the interim, Ms. Wallace will hold this position until a permanent director is in place. Since beginning her career in education as a Grade 2 teacher in 1977, Ms. Wallace has also excelled as a vice-principal, principal, and superintendent. In 2009, she was appointed as Director of Education for the Simcoe County District School Board, a role she held until her retirement in December 2016.
“I look forward to working with the Board of Trustees, senior team and other staff members, as well as students, families and community partners in York Region,” said Kathi Wallace, incoming Interim Director of Education. “My priority is student achievement and well-being, including building inclusive learning and working environments; implementing the Minister’s directives; and continuing the positive work to which the Board remains committed.”
York Region District School Board is the third largest school district in Ontario with over 123,000 students in 176 elementary schools and 32 secondary schools. York Region students consistently perform above average in provincial testing and the Board is one of the top achievers in Ontario. For more information about the York Region District School Board, please visitthe Board website and follow@YRDSB on Twitter.
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