The Campbell River School District board of education has elected trustee Craig Gillis as chair and trustee Joyce McMann as vice-chair for the 2025-26 term.
Both were acclaimed during the board’s annual leadership election, which took place Nov. 4 at the first board meeting of November.
Gillis was the sole nominee for chair.
“I really appreciate this opportunity, and I certainly want to acknowledge that I have the support of previous chair Kat Eddy, who is involved in some significant career changes at this point. She is going to be a wonderful mentor,” Gillis said. “She’s left an incredible imprint, and we look forward to continuing to share in her expertise and guidance.”
According to a news release from SD72, Eddy has stepped back from the additional responsibilities of chair for personal reasons but will continue to serve on the board as a trustee.
“This transition marks the end of Trustee Eddy’s three-year tenure as chair,” the release said. “During that time, the board adopted a new strategic plan, updated its mission, vision and values, conducted long-range facility planning, and continued advocacy for a new Cedar Elementary School and adequate education funding.”
The school district is required to hold a leadership election every year.
