School District No. 8 (Kootenay Lake) announced today (June 13) that Dr. Derek Markides will begin as principal of Wildflower Nelson on August 1, 2023.
Principal Markides grew up on the unceded territory of the Gitxsan and Wet'suwet'en peoples in Smithers, B.C. and has served as principal at a K-9 school since 2020 and as a vice-principal since 2017. His teaching experience spans from kindergarten through Grade 12 where he taught primarily Math and Physical Education.
"I extend a warm welcome to Principal Markides to our district and to Wildflower Nelson where I know he will find an equally warm welcome this coming school year," said Superintendent Trish Smillie.
"SD8 is fortunate that all of our school leadership positions are now filled for the 2023-2024 school year. We have an incredibly talented, qualified and committed group of leaders and educators ready to inspire and support each learner to thrive in a caring learning environment."
Current Wildflower Nelson Principal Misty Terpstra will transfer to Salmo Elementary to lead staff and students for 2023-2024.
For more information
570 Johnstone Road
Nelson British Columbia
Canada V1L 6J2
www.sd8.bc.ca
