Effective August 11, 2023 Erin Kelly will be stepping down after a decade as the Director of Education of the Greater Essex County District School Board.
"I am proud of the great things we have accomplished together," Ms. Kelly declared.
"We have managed our resources effectively; there have been many improvements made to our schools and classrooms; and I saw tremendous advancements made for students with unique learning needs. Most of all, though, I am inspired by the way that everyone staff, students, families and members of our communities demonstrated kindness and support for one another."
During the past decade, under Kelly's leadership, the GECDSB has been focused on providing diverse opportunities and experiences for students so that they are able to reach their full potential. There has been stringent fiscal responsibility in alignment with the Board's strategic priorities and the GECDSB has been able to secure capital funding for new schools and building renewal.
"The community partnerships we have established have had, and will have, great value," Kelly says. "We have begun some important work with anti-racism practices and initiatives that are breaking down barriers for all students."
Chair of the Board of Trustees, Gale Simko Hatfield states, "Director Kelly has led us through some difficult times, especially the unique challenges of maintaining quality public education during the Covid pandemic. Erin has also been instrumental in guiding our board with her innovative work in creating a sustainable process for strategic and organizational planning."
"On behalf of everyone in the GECDSB I wish Erin the best in all her future adventures."
The Board of Trustees will now begin the process to advertise for, interview and retain the next GECDSB Director of Education.
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