District 16  has recognized 7 teachers who have recently completed the district's two year Leadership Development Program. The certificates were presented at a ceremony at the Rodd Miramichi River Inn, presided over by District Superintendent Laurie Keoughan and the Director of Education Richard Walsh on Tuesday October 26th. This year’s recipients were Ms. Cheryl Breau, Ms. Kim Cripps, Ms. Tobi Daigle, Mr. Jamie Henderson, Ms. Jean MacDonald, Ms. Jaqueline Petrie and Ms. Darlene Stymiest.The Leadership Development Program participants accepted into the program are required to hold NB Teacher's Certificate V and have 5 years teaching experience.  The requirements for completion include participation in specific training modules, completion of an approved project in conjunction with an educational mentor, experience in providing professional development for colleagues and involvement in School Improvement Planning among others. Teachers who meet the criteria are  encouraged to apply if they are interested in becoming future school administrators or simply for personal professional growth.