By Pete McIntyre

New leader for School District 22 board

Nov 24, 2020 | 9:57 AM

There is a change of leadership on the Vernon Board of Education.

Gen Acton, one of the two Lumby area trustees on the District 22 board, has been elected the new chair after serving as vice chair to Robert Lee the past two years.

Tom Williamson is the new vice chair.

Acton, the wife of Lumby Mayor Kevin Acton, said she is looking forward to working with the staff and community to build on the district vision: To create a safe, healthy and respectful learning community that enables each student to build a bright future.

Acton is a registered professional counsellor in private practice. Her children and step children have attended schools in Lumby, Coldstream and Vernon and she has been a strong supporter of the international program hosting nine international students over the last 12 years.

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Williamson is a well known educator in SD22. He taught at Kalamalka and Vernon Secondary Schools and was instrumental in developing the careers program including RCMP Youth, Hockey Canada Skills, and Golf academies.

Robert Lee decided not to run for chair as he wanted to build the leadership experience and capacity of all board members. He said he has enjoyed his time as chair and always put students at the centre of his decisions. He looks forward to supporting Acton in her new role.

by Pete McIntyre

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