GORE BAY—With his retirement as principal of Charles C. McLean Public School in Gore Bay, the school parents’ council recently recognized him for his outstanding leadership at the school over the last two-and-a-half years.
At the C.C. McLean Christmas concert held December 20, Deanna Hardy, chair of the C.C. McLean Parents’ Council, said, “We wanted to express our sincere gratitude for your outstanding leadership over the last few years at C.C. McLean. We appreciate your empathy, dedication and passion for the well-being and success of our students and staff. Your goals for the school have proven to have created a motivated environment where students are able to excel academically, socially and emotionally.”
“Not only has your leadership been appreciated within the school, your community involvement will not go unrecognized either,” said Ms. Hardy. “Your efforts to create partnerships with community groups, parents and community members were very much noticed as well.”
“As chair of the parents’ council, we are truly grateful for the positive impact you have had on our school, your timeless commitment to our students’ success at C.C. McLean and your dedication,” continued Ms. Hardy.
“Your drive for unwavering dedication, compassion and passion for education made you a wonderful principal and we feel privileged to have been a part of your journey,” continued Ms. Hardy. “As you move on to your next chapter, please know that you have made a big difference in the lives of many.”
“We want to express our heartfelt appreciation for your incredible leadership and the positive influence you have had on our school,” said Ms. Hardy. “We wish you nothing but the best as you move into retirement.”
Mr. Mohamed retired from C.C. McLean at the end of December. He started as principal at the school at the end of August 2021.
Mr. Mohamed had joined the Rainbow District School Board (RDSB) in September 1997 at Manitoulin Secondary School (MSS) where he taught a variety of subjects. He had served as vice-principal at MSS and Espanola High School.
Mr. Mohamed was promoted to principal of Little Current Public School in September 2008. He returned to MSS as principal in 2017.
