A Fond Farewell

Today marks the end of a remarkable era for our communities as we recognize Elaine Pinckney’s final day as Superintendent of the Champlain Valley School District. Over Elaine’s fifteen years of service, our school system has not only led the state in academic success but been a national leader in innovative educational approaches. She has guided our district with intelligence and heart.

Elaine has led through example, modeled how to effectively engage others in the development of systems and processes, and spearheaded a number of initiatives that have been incorporated into our district over the years. Prior to our merging into a single school district, Elaine successfully worked with CSSU’s seven different school boards with 35 different school board directors at any one time. Throughout her 47 year career in education, including serving as principal in Williston and as Vermont’s Deputy Education Secretary, she has been an inspiration and support to hundreds of professionals in the field of education, both within CVSD and beyond.

Elaine remains dedicated to students and focused on what is best for them. Her leadership, colleagueship, smile, and thoughtful nature will be sorely missed. She has new adventures planned as she steps down and we wish her the very best. Words can not adequately express our appreciation and thanks for all she did for CVSD, its students, families, and communities.



The Elaine Pinckney Legacy Fund has been set up and will be dedicated to providing financial support for school-sponsored events, on an as-needed basis, for students and families in need. Please consider a contribution. For a short time, Elaine can be reached at her email address epinckney@cvsdvt.org if you would like to reach out with personal messages.