NEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRINCIPAL
It gives AISK great pleasure to announce Jason Ferris as the new Elementary School Principal starting August 2014.
Jason's Details:
Nationality: Canadian
9 years in administration of schools
3 years previous experience in Elementary Music and Physical Education
Master's Degree: McGill University/ Educational Leadership
Bachelor's Degrees in Music Education and Human Kinetics
Contract Term: 3 years - starting August 1, 2014
He is married with one daughter Eva, who will be in Grade 4. His wife, Monique, will serve the school as needed in the role of an educational assistant to students.
The panel who conducted the interview of Jason:
Kim Edwards - Elementary School teacher
Monique Anduze - Elementary School teacher
Joanne Van Selm - Parent
Ingrid Fitt
Susan Canobie
Anna Wallace
Shirley Davis
Two interviews were held one week apart, and Jason's skill set and communication talents shone through. In total, there were 32 applicants for the position, 6 candidates were interviewed with two being short listed for second interviews.
In Jason's biographical information, he states that effective school leadership is an integral part of a school community. His focus is always on making everyone in the building feel welcome and important through accessibility, effective communication, energy and a sense of humor.
Welcome to Mr. Jason Ferris and his family!
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