Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Pacific Rim School District Announces Appointment of Carl Poole as Principal of Tsuma-as Elementary School
Port Alberni, BC October 5, 2026 - Pacific Rim School District is pleased to announce the appointment of Carl Poole as Principal of Tsuma-as Elementary School.
Having 12 years of experience as a Vice-Principal, Carl currently serves as a Vice-Principal at Alberni District Secondary School (ADSS) where he has been an important part of the school’s leadership team, supporting students, staff and families. An elementary-trained teacher, Carl also brings a strong understanding of elementary education and the importance of creating welcoming, supportive learning environments where students can thrive.
His move to Tsuma-as Elementary School brings his leadership experience and knowledge of the Pacific Rim School District to a new school community. Carl’s familiarity with the district, its students and families, and its priorities will support a smooth transition into his new role. “We are very pleased to welcome Carl into the role of Principal at Tsuma-as Elementary School,” said Dr. Jaslene Atwal, Superintendent. “Carl is a thoughtful and dedicated educational leader who cares deeply about students and the relationships that help them thrive. We look forward to seeing him bring that leadership to the Tsuma-as school community.”
Please join us in congratulating Carl on his appointment and supporting him as he begins this next chapter in his leadership journey.
Media Inquiries:
Paula Mason, Manager of Corporate Services
Pacific Rim School District | (250) 720-2770 | pmason@sd70.bc.ca
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About Pacific Rim School District
The Pacific Rim School District Board Office and Alberni Valley Schools are situated on the ḥaḥuułi of the c̓išaaʔatḥ and huupač̓asʔatḥ. In commitment to reconciliation and learning, we acknowledge and show gratitude for the lands on which we are able to work on, live on, and gather. These lands, the ḥaḥuułi, of the c̓išaaʔatḥ and huupač̓asʔatḥ, continue to sustain, teach, and nurture us.
We also honour and recognize that the Pacific Rim School District also operates schools in the ḥaḥaḥuułi of the ƛaʔuukʷiʔatḥ, huuʕiiʔatḥ and yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Government and we work alongside all nuučaan̓uł Nations as well as the Métis Nation of British Columbia to serve the children and youth of the Alberni-Clayoquot region. The district strives to increase awareness, understanding and integration of nuučaan̓uł culture, history, and language in all Pacific Rim School District schools. The district serves a regional population of approximately 31,000 people, including 4,000 students from across Port Alberni, Tofino, Ucluelet, Bamfield and other remote communities. www.sd70.bc.ca
