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New associatedirectorappointedThe Halton District School Board has appointed Jeff Blackwell as its new associate director, replacing Ruth Peden, who retired earlier this year.Blackwell was a superintendent of education with the board, with respon-sibilities for the program department, and has spent more than 30 years in the Halton education system.Jeff has led and supported student achievement and excellence in teach-ing and leadership across many portfo-lios including school programs, family of schools, leadership development, and change management, said Director of Education David Euale, in a press release. In all capacities, Jeff has demonstrated his commitment to stu-dents and a clear focus on effective instruction. I welcome Jeff to the posi-tion, and look forward to working closely with him to further our prog-ress in student achievement.In his 30-year career, Blackwell has been a teacher, vice-principal and prin-cipal before moving into his senior administrative position.I am excited about this opportuni-ty, and look forward to working with my senior administrative colleagues, teachers, administrators and trustees in Halton in striving to meet the boards goals for student success and achievement, said Blackwell, in the release. It continues to be my profes-sional honour to work with the dedi-cated staff across our system to support high levels of student achievement and engagement in their programs and pathways.Blackwell will begin his transition to the associate director role immedi-ately.Community Shred Event 2011RioCan Burloak Centre Parking Lot by Longos (3521 Wyecroft Rd., Burloak & QEW).Saturday, May 28th, 10:00AM - 2:00PMProtect your identity by shredding personal documents.OPay check stubsld bank statementsCredit card offers & old billsOld tax recordsCancelled checksA nything with your personal informationOld medical recordsSuggested donation of $5 for each bag or $10 a box, tax receipt issued for all donations over $20. All proceeds support the Halton Down Syndrome Association.For more info, visitwww.haltondownsyndrome.com13 Wednesday, May 25, 2011 OAKVILLE BEAVER www.insideHALTON.com