VICTORIA LYNN CIELEN

Condolences & Memories (22 entries)

• I worked with Vicki for a few years. I will always remember Vicki, always dressed so wonderfully, greeting everyone, every morning in the halls. She was always so professional and always smiling. Her absence is greatly missed. Her memory will live on in the staff and students whose lives she touched in a positive way. She will be missed. - Posted by: Sabrina Taylor (Work Colleague) on: Jul 09, 2014

• I was a colleague of Vicki's for many years at Lord Selkirk High School both when she was a teacher there and when she was Vice-Principal. Vicki always impressed me with her common sense and the ability to bring out the best from people. She was one of the few administrators who supported her staff on the sometimes difficult task of hall duty. I remember once when I discovered two students engaged in a game of chance in a dark hallway corner. I asked them to accompany me to the office and after explaining what these lads had been engaged in, not something to be encouraged, Vicki took over and admonished them, cautioning them also that such activity was not to be encouraged. As to the proceeds, their winnings, Vicki made a Solomon-like decision and suggested that these winnings be put in the school's Christmas Hamper Fund. The lads willingly complied. Education has lost a fine person. My sympathy to her family, relatives and friends. - Posted by: Art Ammeter (Colleague) on: Jul 08, 2014

• I'm glad I got to meet her, she was my pricipal back in Lockport, always got in trouble, she would never be like mr gede. She would always send me back to class or drive me home whenever I wanted! Nice lady :) always joked around with her in high school.. Rest in paradise Victoria! Another nigga gone to soon :pp .. Don't get affended ppl it's me and her little joke in high school I used to call her my nigga" :).. Helped out many ways throughout my journey from gr 7 and up. Always made my bad days turn to brighter days. I'm sorry for your loss "Cielens family" my condolences go out for you and friends and students :( . I'm still going to become a pilot mrs Cielen, thanks for believing in me :) - Posted by: Tim chedda" Healey (Student) on: Jul 08, 2014

• I had the pleasure of working with Victoria for several years. She was a wonderful person who treated everyone she worked with as equal. Her smile and encouragement will be missed. - Posted by: jacquie lussier (College ) on: Jul 07, 2014

• I had the pleasure of working with Victoria for several years. She was a wonderful person who treated everyone she worked with as equal. Her smile and encouragement will be missed. - Posted by: jacquie lussier (College ) on: Jul 07, 2014

• My eyes started to well-up with tears as I was reading these comments. Vicki was The Consummate Pro, but she was also as gracious as she was wise and compassionate. And pretty darned unflappable ... :) Mrs. Cielen defined "classy" ... I was lucky to have worked with her. My sincere condolences to her family and friends ... - Posted by: Ron Drysdale (Proud to have been a colleague) on: Jul 07, 2014

• I had the true pleasure of working with Vicki when I was on Parent Council at Lockport School. My oldest son attended Lockport Jr. when Vicki was principal. She was such a kind and caring individual. My son also had her as his principal at the Comp. She not only positively influenced her students, but also her staff and student's parents. Words cannot express the huge loss with Vicki's passing. Rest in Peace lovely lady. - Posted by: Lidia Collins (Parent of Student) on: Jul 07, 2014

• She was my principal from grade 7-12 she was a very nice person! Got in trouble and sent to the office a few times but she never gave anyone a hard time! She was a really nice lady an knew everyone by there first and last name knew all the kids. Prayers out to her family! RIP Mrs. Cielen from me and the Gibson family - Posted by: Matt Gibson (Prinicipal grade 7-12) on: Jul 06, 2014

• This was very saddening to hear of her passing but she did not leave without making the world a better place. She helped so many students reach their potential and believed in them when no one else did. My favourite memory of her will be seeing her on her walks on River Road with very bright neon clothes! She was a great principal of 6 years with the warmest of hearts for her students and for everyone around her. I am thankful she was my principal for the majority of my public education and will be dearly missed. - Posted by: Dani Wenger (Former student) on: Jul 06, 2014

• She was my principal for junior high and high school, we didn't meet that often but when ever we did she knew exactly what to say to help and would give me guidance for my school work, Rest in Peace Mrs. Cielen. - Posted by: Matthew Craigie (student) on: Jul 06, 2014

• Thank-you for your contributions to the student body of Selkirk. You have helped better the education of students across this city. You were a wonderful woman! You will enjoy, cracking down on those little angels up there. See you in a little while! - Posted by: Brendin Methot (Student) on: Jul 06, 2014

• She was a good person! She was my principal and sad to see her go :( all the best wishes to the family! - Posted by: Brittney (Student ) on: Jul 06, 2014

• I had the privilege of working with Vickie as a Parent Council member for a number of years at Lockport School when my children were there. She was witty, knowledgeable and her guidance was deeply appreciated throughout the years she was principal at Lockport. She was passionate about education and what would benefit the students the most. She was a wonderful warm and inspiring individual and will be missed immensely. My deepest condolences and prayers to her family and friends. RIP Vickie - Posted by: Wendy Kowal (Parent Council ) on: Jul 06, 2014

• She was my principal at both Lockport Jr High and the Comp. I remember her to be stern but kind and she truly cared about her students. My sympathies to her family and friends. - Posted by: Alicia Riding (former student) on: Jul 06, 2014

• Our condolences go out to Vicki's family at this sad time. Vicki was always warm, caring and understanding as a Principal. She was calm and never lost her professional demeanour. She will certainly be missed by all those whose lives she touched. Rest in Peace dear Vicki! - Posted by: John and Edda Boundy (Student and mother of student) on: Jul 06, 2014

• Mrs. Cielen was my principal for Lockport school and high school. She was very professional and kind. She would always smile or greet me by my name. So sad to hear about this, prayers to her family and friends. - Posted by: Jasmine Chubb (Student) on: Jul 06, 2014

• I had the privilege of being a student in both Lockport Jr High for 3 years as well as the comp for 3 years. For the 6 years I knew her she seemed to be a very well disciplined woman. She was kind yet assertive, understanding and respected all of the staff and students. She would always listen to everything someone had to say. Definitely one of the most respected women in the educational field. Victoria Lynn Cielen you will be missed. - Posted by: Devan Robert (Student) on: Jul 06, 2014

• This woman... Was my principal. I remember ... I was a smart kid. But going down the wrong path. I begged to be considered for scholarships as my family was poor. Mrs. Ceilan not only nominated me, but I am certain she convinced the panel of my potential. This was a woman dedicated to her students and education in general. I will be at the memorial. RIP to a great lady. Class of 2002 - Posted by: Jennifer Anderson (Former comp student ) on: Jul 06, 2014

• I was a bad kid in high school , you were strict and fair and understanding you were a great principal, thanks for the guidance..... - Posted by: Steve Pedersen (Student) on: Jul 06, 2014

• I had more then enough visits to mrs.Cielen in Lockport. I'm going to miss you ! My prayers are to her family - Posted by: Riley Thomas (Principle in Lockport ) on: Jul 06, 2014

• I remember Mrs. Cielen as my high school principle from 2010- 2012. She was always so professionally dressed and had a smile on her face. She was kind, soft spoken and just a great person. This is just so sad to hear, but I'm glad she's in a better place now. - Posted by: Elysia Shumka (Student) on: Jul 05, 2014

• I had the privilege of knowing Vicki while working in the Lord Selkirk School Division and with Randy in the Sunrise School Division. When the persistent efforts of educators seemed futile at times, it was the inspiration provided by the excellence of people like Vicki and Randy that made it possible to keep trying. Many students will have better lives as a result of lives well lived. I wish to express sincere condolences to all colleagues, friends and family members. - Posted by: Bill Stevens (Colleague) on: Jul 05, 2014