Safety
Buildings:
Advance seismic upgrading, divert surplus to deal with lead in water, advocacy & funding for emergency preparedness
Staff:
New policy to protect EA’s & bus drivers who support students with behavioural challenges
Diversity & Inclusion
SOGI:
Work towards more SOGI-inclusive environment in schools and workplaces, support SOGI123 resources
Special needs:
Hire more Learning Resource teachers (Learning Assistance, ELL, Speech Language)
More EA’s to support full inclusion. Advocate for better EA pay & improved working conditions/hours (including prep time), and access to better resources/technology to support their work with students.
Mental health:
Mental health literacy training for teachers; more mindfulness and stress-management programs for students; more counsellors and better intervention support & programs
Curriculum & Classroom
Address teacher shortage, advocate for funding for resources & training to support new curriculum
Create more flexible learning spaces (indoor/outdoor) that support, engage and include ALL students
Establish more fine arts, athletics and choice programs
Community, Communication & Consultation
Focus on schools as community hubs; advocate for playground funding, space for Strong Start, preschools and before/after school care
Full consultation on City Centre school planning, catchments, registration & district programs
Expand environmental stewardship programs & sustainability initiatives
Better communication and seeking input/feedback from students, parents & stakeholder groups when changes are envisioned/implemented
Misc. topics
Arts and Culture
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Building New Schools
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Classroom Funding
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Community-Building
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Environment & Sustainability
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Mental Wellness
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Natural Disaster Measures
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Public Engagement
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Reconciliation
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School Inclusion and Safety
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School Staffing
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Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Curriculum and Supports
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Biography
Mental health and social justice advocate
Ordained minister
Trustee since 2014
Vice Chairperson of the School Board, 2016-2018
Extensive board and policy governance experience