DDSB Appoints Jim Markovski as Chief Executive Officer

Whitby, Ontario—The Durham District School Board (DDSB) Board of Trustees has appointed Jim Markovski as the DDSB's next Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Markovski will officially assume the role in the new year. 

Mr. Markovski is known as a grounded, confident leader who is clear and thoughtful in his direction, and collaborative in his approach, noted Board Chair Tracy Brown.

He has deep roots within the DDSB community, having been a DDSB educator and leader for more than 25 years. Before taking on the role of Associate Director and Chief Operating Officer, Academic Services and Chief Education Officer, Mr. Markovski previously served as a Superintendent of Education where he was responsible for the Early Years, Poverty Reduction Strategy, and Ignite Durham Learning Foundation portfolios, and as a Staff Development Officer supporting school administrative teams on a variety of teaching and engagement portfolios. 

In addition to his senior leadership experience in public education, he has been a classroom teacher and a principal. He is also a husband and father. Through his comprehensive experience across the DDSB and relying on his lived experience as someone who immigrated to Canada as a child and enrolled in a public education English as a Second Language (ESL) program, Markovski brings with him a commitment to support and enhance the DDSB’s focus on connection and belonging to support meaningful learning experiences for each student. 

As an educational leader he is committed to prioritizing high expectations and advancing success for all students. 

Quotes: 

“The Board of Trustees is pleased to appoint Jim Markovski as the next Chief Executive Officer (CEO) following a comprehensive search. We are confident in Jim's experience and ability to lead the DDSB as we continue to grow alongside our vibrant communities, and to continue to focus on building better through collaborative leadership to ensure that students and staff can thrive.  

We would also like to thank the current CEO, Camille Williams-Taylor, for her skillful and inspiring leadership in this role since 2022. The DDSB is well positioned for the future as the result of Camille's people-centred, deeply trusted leadership, inspiring others every step of the way. Thank you, Camille!” 

• Tracy Brown, Chair, Durham District School Board 

“I feel fortunate to be entrusted with this new mandate as the DDSB's next CEO and want to extend my sincere appreciation to the Board of Trustees for the opportunity to serve the DDSB community in this role. I am proud of our collective work, and look forward to building on and continuing this collaboration in service of students, families, and staff. Our commitment to meaningful learning experiences, community connections that foster long-term well-being, and building inclusive learning spaces where students can thrive remains unwavering, and I am excited for what's next." 

• Jim Markovski 

The Durham District School Board (DDSB) is responsible for public education in the rural communities of Uxbridge, Brock and Scugog townships and the cities and towns of Ajax, Whitby, Pickering and Oshawa. We employ over 13,000 teaching and educational services staff in 142 elementary and secondary schools and learning centres. DDSB has more than 80,000 regular day students and thousands more who take continuing education and adult credit courses. More information can be found on the DDSB’s website at ddsb.ca. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. 

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For more information, contact: 
 
Communications Department 
Durham District School Board 
communications.department@ddsb.ca