Neil Munro is known for his boundless energy both as a runner and as an advocate for students, teachers, and the study of mathematics.
Neil was an itinerant student as a child. He attended five different elementary schools before graduating from grade 8 in Pakistan. He attended high schools in Niagara Falls, Toronto and North Bay before going to the University of Toronto.
Northern Ontario became his career home. He taught at Widdifield S.S. in North Bay, Northern S.S in Sturgeon Falls, and West Ferris S.S. in North Bay. He also taught part-time for the Nippissing College’s Faculty of Education, and was the full-time president of his O.S.S.T.F. district for three years.
Neil worked on marking teams for the Descartes and Euclid mathematics contests, helped develop numerous curriculum documents and participated in a number of professional organizations like O.A.M.E and N.O.M.A. He was also the president of the Nipissing and District Mathematics Council.
Neil is a dedicated runner, having completed more than 200 road races of 10 km or longer, including six marathons. He’s been a school track and cross country coach for many years. Neil is also an author, having published books on sports statistics, and has been a key member of his local Junior Chamber of Commerce.