Press Release
Director of Education Jack McMaster has tendered his resignation with the Rainy River District School Board and accepted the position of director of education with the Keewatin-Patricia District School Board.
McMaster began as director with the Rainy River District School Board in September, 2005.
Prior to taking the position, he worked for the Keewatin-Patricia District School Board for 18 years in a variety of roles, including elementary and secondary teacher, mathematics consultant, vice-principal, elementary and secondary principal, and superintendent of education.
“I have been fortunate to work with trustees and staff who are committed to enriching the lives of our students, and who embrace a team approach to learning,” McMaster said of his years with the local public board.
“Their dedication to education has made me a better person and leader.
“I want to thank trustees, staff, and community members for making my experience with the board so rewarding and memorable,” he added.
“The Keewatin-Patricia District School Board will be served very well with the hiring of Jack McMaster as the director of education,” said Dan Belluz, chair of the Rainy River District School Board.
“He brings to them a great deal of experience and knowledge in education, and has demonstrated a strong commitment to student achievement,” he noted.
The board will be holding a special meeting to accept McMaster’s resignation.
