What is a School Trustee?

An advocate for students and families

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It is only as a group, following the principles of democracy, that a Board of Trustees can effect change. Individual trustees cannot make decisions independently. Rather, they use their voice on behalf of the electorate, in an effort to inform decision-making.

BGSD Trustees focus their attention in seven key areas:

Governance

Developing and amending policies in response to provincial legislation, keeping students at the fore.

Strategic Direction

Setting goals for the continued success of the Division, its students, and staff.

Accountability

Keeping track of the Division’s progress and ensuring the community is informed.

Budget Oversight

Ensuring provincial funds are spent wisely.

Assurance

Showing confidence that the Division is heading in the right direction.

Community Engagement

Connecting with students, their adults, and staff, and ensuring that those voices are heard.

Public Education

Working within the confines of provincial legislation and budgetary restrictions is a requirement of the job, but the Board also has the opportunity to advocate to improve public education for all Albertans. In many respects, this is where I see the role of the Trustee having the greatest impact, in giving voice to the public’s concerns at the head table.

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Election day is October 20.

Find out where to vote if you’re a resident of rural Leduc County.

Are you a resident of Beaumont? Check out your municipal election information.

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