Putting Students First
Your voice for Wards 5 and 10
STUDENT SUCCESS
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My
Story
Putting Our Students First
"I believe that the primary responsibility of School Boards is to prioritize the well-being and success of students. My commitment to this role as a Public School Trustee dates back to 2014, when I first ran for Trustee in the municipal election. I then served as a Trustee in York Region from 2017 to 2022. During this time, I gained a deep understanding of the Trustee role, which requires fostering transparent communication between school administration, parents, taxpayers, and the broader community. I am grateful for the opportunity to leverage my experience and advocate for the needs of students and the communities we serve in Calgary."
Trustee Experiences and Responsibilities​
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What I have done
My involvements in my Trustee role
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- Chair of the Board 2021
- Vice Chair of the Board 2020
- Past Chair of the Board 2022
- Chair of Committees
- Policy review & oversight
- Property Management
- Director Performance Review
- Multi-Year Plan
- Student Disciplinary
- Celebrating Student Success
- Staff Award
- Well-Being Advisory
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First Nation, Métis and Inuit Education Steering
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First Nation Liaison
- A Director of the Ontario Public School Board Association.
- Audit
- Special Education Advisory
- And Much More.......
- Hiring our Director of Education
- Implementation of the Human Rights office
- Hiring of the New Integrity Commissioner
- Robust Equity and Leadership Plan
- Comprehensive Equity, Governance and Human Rights training for both staff and Trustees
- Highly involved in the 22 directives set out in 2017 by the Minister of Education.
- Ministry Audit & Broader Public Sector Executive Compensation
- Budget Oversight
- And Much More.......
Role of a Trustee
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- Review Policies, Procedures & By-law
- Balance the $1.67 Billion Budget
- Support our 140,000+ Students, 16,000 Staff and 251 schools
- Community Involvement such as Events, Graduations, School Council Forums, and School Visits.
- Responsible for the Stewardship of Board Resources
- Support the value of effective Governance
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Promote Student Achievement and Well-Being
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Hire and Monitor the Performance of the Chief Education Officer
- And Much More.......
Trustee role 2017-2022
Former 2 Term Trustee
Former Vice Chair
Former Chair
Former Past Chair
Experience, Dedications, Responsibilities​
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30+ Years
"As a former Public School Trustee and having served as Past Chair, Chair, and Vice-Chair of a large Board, I am eager to represent Wards 5 and 10, as well as all Calgary public schools, if selected. As Trustee, I will remain committed to advancing the initiatives already in progress for the benefit of our students. I am excited to bring my experience to this role, as I believe I can be a strong advocate for the families of Wards 5 and 10. With over 31 years of experience in various roles, I have remained dedicated to the education and safety of children, youth, and adults. Additionally, I bring a background as a former Private School teacher and Early Childhood Educator, having worked in these fields for over 19 years."
My Work Life
My Work Life
"I have served two terms as a Public School Trustee in York Region, bringing a wealth of experience to the role. In addition, I have spent several years working in the field of mental health with The Salvation Army, where I served as an operational trainer for homeless shelters across York Region, Peel, and Durham. As a self-employed Health and Safety trainer, I have worked extensively across Alberta and Ontario. I am also a former member of the CPAST Human Trafficking Committee. I am knowledgeable in dispute Resolution and conflict resolution. Beyond my professional experience, I remain actively engaged in various Boards, events, and committees, including serving as Past Chair of Jericho Youth Services and Vice-Chair of the Gateway Condo Board of Calgary"
My Family Life
My Family Life
"Being a working mother with two children in the Calgary school system —I fully understand the challenges of balancing school and family responsibilities. Like many, we all share a vested interest in the well-being of our community and children, and we strive to find the time to voice our needs. I am grateful for the opportunity to serve as your voice, acting as a bridge between the School Board and the communities of Wards 5 and 10."
“Our goal of improving our education system is the same; we must work as a team to achieve needed growth for our students.”​