“I strongly value the public school system and its role in educating and supporting the growth of the next generation. I believe that my background in not-for-profit governance, collaborative decision-making, and law will make me a constructive participant in the work of the school board.” Continue reading “CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE – Luke Weiler for Ward 1/5 Upper Grand District School Board Trustee”
“Parents should be able to have an open dialogue with Trustees, without fear of being labelled or ostracized because their views don’t neatly align with those of the Board. I want MUCH better representation in the Board, and I want to foster a space where parents can express their opinions to the Board and be heard fairly and courteously.” Continue reading “CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE – Mark Paralovos for Ward 1/5 Upper Grand District School Board Trustee”
“Whether it is assisting families, learning from staff, enjoying performances at schools, making decisions with my colleagues, or any other of the varied aspects of our role, I relish them all and am grateful for the chance to help make a difference in the world.” Continue reading “CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE – Martha MacNeil for Ward 1/5 Upper Grand District School Board Trustee”
“Most of the people I’ve spoken to have been shocked to learn the UGDSB’s operating budget was over $430,000,000. I believe it’s so important for more of us to have this awareness and to know the trustees and the process by which the budget is developed and programs are funded.” Continue reading “CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE – Paul Nichols for Ward 1/5 Upper Grand District School Board Trustee”
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