Geoff Manning named as Acting Superintendent of Schools

Geoff Manning is now the acting superintendent of schools with Comox Valley Schools. Geoff has been serving as the assistant superintendent of schools with Comox Valley Schools since 2019 and previously was the K-12 director of instruction with the district for two years.

Mr. Tom Demeo has concluded his duties as superintendent with Comox Valley Schools. The district would like to thank him for his many years of service in public education, particularly during the Covid -19 pandemic. The board wishes Mr. Demeo well going forward.

We want to assure you that the board is committed to ensuring a smooth transition and continuity of services. Mr. Manning is a long-time leader with Comox Valley Schools and the Board of Education has confidence in his leadership as we move forward.

The board is committed to working together in a good way through engagement as a district, as we progress with the many important initiatives currently underway such as the Framework for Enhanced Student Learning, annual budgeting process, ongoing capital projects, Equity Scan, Feeding Futures Food Programming, and the early stages of the strategic planning process in the Comox Valley School District.

As we move forward, we will continue to prioritize the well-being and success of our students and staff – and remain committed to providing safe inclusive learning environments.