August 23, 2024
AMDSB is pleased to welcome Riley Culhane as he assumes the position of Superintendent of Education to fill the role of April Smith who is leaving at the end of August. Riley begins his official appointment on September 1, 2024 and has been appointed the lead for the K to 12 Program Department. He will also oversee the schools that April supported.
Riley brings 11 years of senior leadership experience to AMDSB having most recently served with the Thames Valley District School Board (TVDSB). He also worked as an elementary school administrator and educator. Prior to joining TVDSB in 2000 Riley worked as a Speech-Language Pathologist and Child and Youth Worker. Riley is passionate about collaborating with all interest groups to ensure that students are provided with the necessary tools and resources to pursue their goals. He is looking forward to joining the AMDSB team.
Graham Shantz, Director of Education said: “We are thrilled to welcome Riley to Avon Maitland. He brings a wealth of knowledge and experience and is a courageous, visionary leader who will support our students and staff in the areas of curriculum support, professional development and equity.”
Welcome Riley!
For more information, please contact:
Chera Longston, Manager of Communications and Public Relations
519-527-0111 ext. 132 (office) or 519-301-6363 (cell)
[email protected]