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Andy Rodford

Former Deputy Head of School

Andy Rodford was Deputy Head of School and joined SMUS in 2012 from Kempenfelt Bay School, where he was the Head of School for six years. Andy has been involved with education for more than 30 years, previously holding leadership roles at Brentwood College School, Albert College in Belleville, Ontario and as the Director of Onondaga Camp, a large outdoor education centre and children’s summer camp in Haliburton, Ontario.

Andy has degrees in Biology, Geography, Education and holds a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership and Management. Andy is passionate about all arts and athletics, and has focused on rowing over the years, having participated and coached at various levels, including the Varsity programs at Trent University and the University of Toronto.

Andy has been a speaker at education and camping conferences across North America, has sat on several boards, and is a passionate advocate of continuous professional growth. Andy’s interests include wood carving, painting, boating, outdoor adventures, and increasingly gardening with a Victoria yard of runaway perennials.

Recent Articles

Andy Rodford holds a thank you sign with students

Faculty and Staff

Faculty and Staff

NEWS - June 9, 2023

So Long... For Now

After 12 years with SMUS, 2023 will be Deputy Head of School Andy Rodford's last...
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A photo of Willow Irving '20 and Andy Rodford

Alumni

Alumni

NEWS - March 3, 2023

Inspiration Comes in Many Forms

Deputy Head of School Andy Rodford shares the story of Willow Irving '20, and highlights...
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Photo of Andy Rodford in the Quad with students in the background

Educational Leadership

Educational Leadership

NEWS - November 25, 2022

A Growth Mindset is Not Just for Students

Evaluations and reviews of how we deliver teaching and learning provide fuel for our school's...
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Photo of Andy Rodford

Qualifications

BSc, BEd, MA, OCT

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St. Michaels University School is an independent day and boarding school of 1,000 students from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12 in Victoria, BC, Canada.

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