RENFREW COUNTY DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD
RCDSB Elects Chair and Vice-Chair for 2024-2025

At the Renfrew County District School Board (RCDSB) meeting held on November 26, 2024, the Board of Trustees elected Leo Boland (Pembroke) as Chair and Susan Humphries (Renfrew, Horton, and Greater Madawaska) as Vice-Chair for the upcoming year.

RCDSB Chair and Vice-Chair
 

Leo Boland, who served as Vice-Chair last year, steps into the role of Chair, bringing continuity and experience to this leadership position. Susan Humphries, the outgoing Chair, takes on the role of Vice-Chair, further strengthening the Board's leadership team.

Chair Boland shared his enthusiasm for the year ahead: "It is a privilege to step into this leadership role and continue working alongside Vice-Chair Humphries and our dedicated team of trustees. Together, we remain committed to fostering student achievement, equity, and well-being. I look forward to building on our collective efforts to ensure success for all students and strengthening the connections between our schools and communities."

Vice-Chair Humphries echoed this sentiment, adding, "It is an honour to serve in this new capacity and continue contributing to the success of our students and schools. I look forward to collaborating with Chair Boland and the entire Board as we address opportunities and challenges with a shared commitment to excellence in education."

About the RCDSB Board of Trustees

The RCDSB Board of Trustees is composed of nine publicly elected trustees and two student trustees. Each trustee represents a specific area of Renfrew County, ensuring that diverse community voices are heard at the decision-making table. Returning trustees include:

• Christina Ruddy, Indigenous Trustee, representing all schools in the District
• Mike Guenette, Laurentian Valley, and North Algona Wilberforce
• David Kaiser, Bonnechere Valley, Killaloe, Hagarty & Richards, Madawaska Valley, Brudenell, Lyndoch and Raglan, and South Algonquin
• Karthi Rajamani, Petawawa
• David Dobson, Whitewater Region, and Admaston Bromley Townships
• Kim Dougherty, Arnprior, and McNab-Braeside townships
• Jodie Primeau, Deep River, Town of Laurentian Hills, and Head, Clara, and Maria

The student voice is represented by Grace Ding, returning for her final year as a Student Trustee from Mackenzie Community School, and Sydney Dougherty, who begins her first year in the role from Arnprior District High School.

Trustee Responsibilities

As Members of the Board, Trustee's roles are defined in the Education Act. They maintain a strong focus on student achievement, equity, and well-being. Trustees serve as a link between RCDSB communities and schools to ensure that system-wide policymaking continues to meet the diverse needs of all students.