Nechako Lakes School District 91 (SD 91 ) has announced Anita McClinton as the new Superintendent of Schools.
Currently serving as Director of Instruction for the Cariboo-Chilcotin School District (27), McClinton brings a wealth of experience in educational leadership, SD 91 board of education said in a statement.
Her career spans multiple roles, including teacher, vice-principal, principal, and district-level leadership positions such as associate superintendent of human services and superintendent of schools.
McClinton holds a Bachelor of Science from Simon Fraser University and a Master of Education in Educational Leadership from the University of Calgary. She has also led diverse educational initiatives, including Indigenous Education, French Programming, Career Education, and Community Connections.
Dave Christie, board chair, said that hiring a Superintendent/CEO is one of the most critical responsibilities of the board of education.
“In selecting Anita for this role, the Board of Education recognized the outstanding leadership, focus on student success, and stakeholder relationships that she has offered to other Districts, and we believe that she is the right candidate for continuing the excellent work our staff has been doing in all aspects of our 2020 – 2025 Strategic Plan," Christie said in the statement.
McClinton, who was born and raised in Northern BC, expressed her enthusiasm for joining the Nechako Lakes team.
"I am committed to improving educational equity in our rural and remote communities," she said.
I am looking forward to working with the Board, staff, Rightsholders, stakeholders and communities to continue creating an inclusive learning community that engages all learners and empowers them to make positive contributions in our evolving global community – together we will drive toward even greater success for every student," she added.
McClinton will begin her position January 20, 2025.
