Pauline Clarke is chief superintendent of the Winnipeg School Division and former superintendent of the division’s Inner-City District. She has gained international acclaim for her groundbreaking work in the area of inner-city education. For almost 40 years she has worked to enhance culturally appropriate and productive learning environments for her students, many from Aboriginal and newcomer populations. Her primary focus has been on providing programming which leads to student success and achievement. Ms Clarke has contributed to the development of world-renowned programming for students diagnosed with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, initiated the Learning through the Arts program, and played a key role in the establishment of school programs such as the Children of the Earth High School and Niji Mahkwa School. Throughout she has emphasized assessment for learning, promoted professional development, encouraged the development of strong school leaders, and sought meaningful partnerships within the community and across the country to benefit her students. In 2005 she was presented with the YMCA-YWCA Women of Distinction Award for her work in inner-city education. A member of the Premier’s Advisory Council on Education, Poverty and Citizenship, Ms Clarke has published and presented at conferences in Canada and abroad.
