I am asking my constituents for their support in electing me to another term as trustee with St. Paul Education Regional Division No. 1. Over the past 10 years, I have learned so much and have grown both professionally and personally in my role as a trustee. I hope to use this knowledge and growth to serve my constituents and continue to make students my number one priority.
I know I mentioned a year ago that I would not be seeking another term. Perhaps I spoke too soon. Over this past year, I grew concerned about the attack on locally elected schools boards, especially in other parts of the country where they are considering reducing or eliminating school boards like they did to our health authorities in Alberta. We all know that decision did not bode well for Albertans. Local voices are needed when it comes to decisions that affect our communities.
I am also concerned over the growing movement in Alberta to eliminate Catholic schools. My children attend a Catholic school and I wouldn't have it any other way. Our school division is unique in the province, having both Catholic and non-Catholic schools in one division, and I want to preserve what our community voted on over 20 years ago. What we have works for our local division and I continue to stand for what our community wants.
My two children are in grades 6 and 9 this year; and, although I believe a trustee doesn't need to have children attending school to make informed decisions, a parent's perspective adds another element to our role as governors.
I believe in St. Paul Education. We have made many important changes to how policy is made and reviewed, and in how we are communicating with our staff, students, parents, and our communities at large. Our goals are strong and our mission of working together to inspire and empower our students to succeed is sound.
On October 16, I ask for your support.
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