Assistant super set to retire
Sarita Patel - Dec 05, 2019 - People in Business

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A longtime Central Okanagan school administrator is headed for retirement.

The Central Okanagan Public Schools board of education announced the retirement of Vianne Kintzinger, Wednesday, after 32 years with the district.

“I thank Vianne for her exceptional leadership and service,” Supt. Kevin Kaardal said.

“In recent years, in her role as assistant superintendent, Vianne has moved the secondary transitions portfolio forward, increasing the number of industry connections, industry certification, secondary school apprenticeship and dual credit programs.”

Kintzinger started with the district in 1987, with a temporary assignment at K.L.O. Secondary, and worked with multiple schools in the area.

She became vice-principal at George Elliot Secondary School in June 2000 and at Mount Boucherie Secondary School from 2002 to 2006. She received her first principal position at Hudson Road Elementary.

Kintzinger returned to George Elliot as principal in 2008, and in 2011 became principal at Kelowna Secondary School. In February of 2015, she was appointed director of instruction K-12, and assistant superintendent in 2016.

Kintzinger “has brought a wealth of knowledge and experience to all her portfolios,” board chair Moyra Baxter said. “She has built tremendous relationships with our partners and community members. We will miss Vianne’s cheerful and patient way of doing things.”

Her last day of work will be Feb. 7.


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