Why me for trustee?
For over a decade, I've been actively involved in Airdrie, volunteering at my children's school, attending school council meetings, and serving on the fundraising committee for several years. I've also volunteered as a soccer coach helping kids learn the game and gain confidence while having fun. My professional background working in technology is an asset I would bring to the board, especially as we navigate the effects of AI, social media, phones, and other technologies on our children, their education, and their future.
As one member of an 8 person board, trustees work together to balance the interests of one of the largest and fastest growing school boards in the province. I am committed to working as a team to ensure our school board continues to advocate for the needs of our community. If elected I will focus on the following priorities:
• Advocating for increased provincial investment in both capital projects and per student funding
• Consulting with the community to ensure their voices and concerns are at the table when making decisions
• Ensuring a safe, healthy and inclusive environment for students and staff
Our schools are currently facing unprecedented challenges due in large part to a lack of stable and adequate funding from the provincial government. We live in the wealthiest province in Canada while having the lowest per student funding in the country. That has to change. I believe funding for education is an investment, not an expense.
About me.
After growing up in Calgary I have been raising my three children here in Airdrie for more than 12 years and I care deeply about the future of public education in our community. My passion for education runs in the family; my mother has been a public school teacher for 27 years, and my sister proudly followed in her footsteps. I’ve seen firsthand the incredible difference that educators make and that’s why I believe it’s so important to stand up for public education.