New Board of Education Begins Four-Year Term

The newly elected School District 72 Board of Education officially began its four-year term at its inaugural meeting on November 3. Trustees took the oath of office and assumed their responsibilities as members of the board.

The oath marks the formal start of trustees’ service following the recent local government election.

The board’s seven trustees are:

Shannon Briggs –Sayward Valley
Hannah Claussen –Greater Campbell River
Kat Eddy – Greater Campbell River
Jan Gladish – Discovery Islands (Quadra, Cortes & Read)
Craig Gillis – Greater Campbell River
Daryl Hagen – Greater Campbell River
Joyce McMann – Greater Campbell River

As part of the inaugural meeting, trustees also elected the board’s leadership for the coming year. Craig Gillis was elected board chair by acclamation, and Joyce McMann was elected vice-chair by acclamation

The chair presides over board meetings, while the vice-chair fills that role when the chair is unavailable.

After accepting the role, Craig Gillis thanked the community for placing its trust in the new board and emphasized that students will remain at the centre of its work.

“We are here to serve our students. We may think differently at times, but through debate and our board process, we will make decisions that we believe serve our entire district.”

With the oath of office complete and its leadership selected, the new Board of Education begins its work governing the school district and serving students, families, staff and communities.

The board’s first regular public meeting will be held December 1 at 7:30 p.m. at the school board office.

The Board of Education provides local governance for public education, including setting the district’s strategic direction, establishing policy and approving the annual budget.