principal of the yearCongratulations to Principal Alex Van Wieringen, as the CPCO (Catholic Principal Council of Ontario) Principal of the Year.

Alex has been an exemplary administrator with the Bruce Grey Catholic District School Board since 2001. He is currently the principal of St. Mary's High School in Owen Sound which has a student population of 900 students. Alex is a humble servant leader that is highly respected by his colleagues, staff and students.

He works tirelessly on behalf of students to support their success and well-being. Even in his role as principal, Alex has remained active in coaching. His football team won their fourth consecutive Bluewater Athletic Association Championship this season.

Alex has also served his local CPCO association well over the years. Since 2007 he has been the lead negotiator, and from 2015 to 2017 he served as the co-chair.

Alex received his award at an ceremony in Toronto on Friday April 20.

Congratulations on recognition well deserved Alex.

source: media release, BGCDSB