Leadership locked in for Mount Sentinel Secondary School

School District No. 8 has appointed Emily Mather as vice-principal of Mount Sentinel Secondary School (MSS) starting August 1, 2025.

Ms. Mather is currently the interim district principal for Inclusive Education in SD8 and served as vice-principal at Trafalgar Middle School in 2023-2024. Ms. Mather has taught at the elementary, middle, and secondary grade levels since 2008 and taught in a variety of positions including English Language Learning, counselling, and International Education.

“I know that Emily will be a great addition to Mount Sentinel Secondary School. Her breadth of experience and compassionate approach to supporting learners is sure to benefit staff, students, and families in the Slocan Valley,” said Superintendent Trish Smillie.

District Principal Kent Tamblyn will take on a dual role as district principal for Inclusive Education and International Education, also starting August 1, 2025.

“Congratulations to District Principal Tamblyn in his expanded role supporting students with exceptionalities and their educational teams as well as international students who study in SD8. Much gratitude to Vice-Principal McAllister for his leadership at Mount Sentinel Secondary for the past two years,” said Superintendent Smillie.


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Kate Brown
Kate Brown
Kate is the Senior News Director for B.C. She is a proud mom of two with a wealth of journalism, media and communications experience. Born in Australia, Kate moved to the Kootenays for a change in lifestyle and now spends her days enjoying the mountains, lakes and activities the region has to offer.

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