Chair

Doreen Dewar

Chair Doreen Dewar is the longest serving trustee on the Board with a total of 23 years, including nine years on the Sudbury Board of Education. She has been Vice-Chair of the Board for the past two years. Trustee Dewar has served multiple terms as Chair and been a member of every Board committee.

As Chair of the Board, she made several presentations to Ministry Standing Committees. She has authored numerous newspaper articles and chaired many sub-committee meetings, including school review meetings. Doreen Dewar has been a teacher, homemaker, volunteer, coach and entrepreneur. She ran her own successful retail business for 11 years. She has received awards for community involvement both locally and provincially.

Chair Dewar said she will remain focused on student success, not only academic excellence, but also encompassing the physical, social, emotional and mental well-being of students. “I am proud of the accomplishments of our young people and in awe at the dedication of all staff,” she said. “I am eager to contribute to Rainbow District School Board’s vision of being leaders in learning, inspiring success for all students by reaching minds and touching hearts.”