As Superintendent/CEO for the Surrey School District, Mark oversees more than 130 schools, including 105 elementary schools, 21 secondary schools, 5 student learning centres, 3 adult education centres, a distributed/online learning program and numerous inter-agency and satellite programs. Over 80,000 students and 12,000 staff comprise this diverse and highly successful school district with a common vision to prepare our learners to think, creatively and critically, communicate skillfully, and demonstrate care for self and others.

Mark’s core values of respect, integrity, collaboration and communication manifest themselves through a transparent leadership style that empowers others to lead, innovate and attain their full potential. His strong belief in the concept of “challenge up – empower down” has allowed him to work successfully with all stakeholder groups and create a positive organizational culture.