Denise Heaslip, an educator with 20 years of experience in the Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB), has been appointed as superintendent of education effective Sept. 1.
She replaces superintendent Linda Benallick.
As the superintendent for elementary schools in Dufferin and East Wellington, Heaslip will oversee the operation of 21 schools with 36 principals and vice-principals, and assume portfolio responsibilities including summer learning program, research committee, elementary leadership group, and the Early Years lead.
She began her teaching career in the UGDSB at Grand Valley District Public School in 1997.
Heaslip and her husband raised their family and have resided in Dufferin County for over 30 years.
