Subdivision 1 (Fort Saskatchewan)

2 To Be Elected

Tiffany Bergmann: No response.

Lareina Dibben: No response.

Leah Floyd: No response.

Ralph Sorochan: No response.

Subdivision 2 (Sherwood Park)

3 To Be Elected

Dave Anderson: No response.

Leah Canning: No response.

Dean James Kakoschke: I haven't seen the school board budget yet, but I am an adamant supporter of school budgets being prioritized towards core academics.

Merle Morrisseau: I'd make sure more of the budget goes straight into classrooms — teachers, supplies, and core learning — not administration.

Francis Poole: No response.

Kaye Schindeler: No response.

Tom Sunderland: No response.

Subdivision 3 (Strathcona County North)

1 To Be Elected

Jessica Boyden: No response.

Susan Miller: No response.

Subdivision 4 (Strathcona County South)

1 To Be Elected

Kelly Dick: I've heard the same message from many parents — they want schools to get back to the basics. I believe our focus should be on ensuring every student has a strong foundation in reading, writing, math, and critical thinking. Those are the skills that open doors to every opportunity in life. Right now, I don't believe that priority is fully reflected in the budget. Too many resources are directed toward programs and initiatives that do not directly improve student achievement. As a trustee, I would work to ensure funding is directed first to the classroom — to teachers, textbooks, and supports that help students master core academics. I would not support spending on divisive or ideological programs such as DEI or SOGI. Our schools should focus on excellence in education, not social or political agendas. Every student deserves to learn in a respectful, safe environment where the emphasis is on skills, knowledge, and preparation for the future.

Krista Scott: No response.

County of Minburn No. 27 Ward

1 To Be Elected

Bryan Butler: No response.

Lamont County No. 30 Ward

1 To Be Elected

Colleen Sheryl Holowaychuk: No response.

Subdivision 1 (Fort Saskatchewan)

2 To Be Elected

Tiffany Bergmann: No response.

Lareina Dibben: No response.

Leah Floyd: No response.

Ralph Sorochan: No response.

Subdivision 2 (Sherwood Park)

3 To Be Elected

Dave Anderson: No response.

Leah Canning: No response.

Dean James Kakoschke: Not all options cost the same. We should be wise in how we spend tax payer funds.

Merle Morrisseau: Parents deserve choice, but we also need to make sure public schools stay strong and fully funded — that's where most families depend on support.

Francis Poole: No response.

Kaye Schindeler: No response.

Tom Sunderland: No response.

Subdivision 3 (Strathcona County North)

1 To Be Elected

Jessica Boyden: No response.

Susan Miller: No response.

Subdivision 4 (Strathcona County South)

1 To Be Elected

Kelly Dick: I believe funding should follow the student — that's a cornerstone of fairness and accountability in education. When parents are free to choose the learning environment that best meets their child's needs, it encourages all schools to provide high-quality education and use resources responsibly. This approach isn't a threat to public education; it's an incentive for improvement. Public dollars should serve students, not systems. As a trustee, my focus would be ensuring that every family — whether they choose a public, alternative, or specialized program — knows their child's funding is being used effectively to support real learning outcomes.

Krista Scott: No response.

County of Minburn No. 27 Ward

1 To Be Elected

Bryan Butler: No response.

Lamont County No. 30 Ward

1 To Be Elected

Colleen Sheryl Holowaychuk: No response.

Subdivision 1 (Fort Saskatchewan)

2 To Be Elected

Tiffany Bergmann: No response.

Lareina Dibben: No response.

Leah Floyd: No response.

Ralph Sorochan: No response.

Subdivision 2 (Sherwood Park)

3 To Be Elected

Dave Anderson: No response.

Leah Canning: No response.

Dean James Kakoschke: Decisions should NOT be made centrally. Local is always better.

Merle Morrisseau: Yes, local schools deserve local decisions — we know our community best.

Francis Poole: No response.

Kaye Schindeler: No response.

Tom Sunderland: No response.

Subdivision 3 (Strathcona County North)

1 To Be Elected

Jessica Boyden: No response.

Susan Miller: No response.

Subdivision 4 (Strathcona County South)

1 To Be Elected

Kelly Dick: I believe decisions should be made locally by the people who understand their communities best. Trustees are elected to represent local families, teachers, and students — and that means taking responsibility for local decisions rather than deferring to centralized mandates. Local decision-making allows us to respond to the unique needs of each school and community, instead of applying one-size-fits-all solutions from outside. As a trustee, I would always advocate for transparency, accountability, and the principle that decisions about our schools belong as close to home as possible.

Krista Scott: No response.

County of Minburn No. 27 Ward

1 To Be Elected

Bryan Butler: No response.

Lamont County No. 30 Ward

1 To Be Elected

Colleen Sheryl Holowaychuk: No response.

Subdivision 1 (Fort Saskatchewan)

2 To Be Elected

Tiffany Bergmann: No response.

Lareina Dibben: No response.

Leah Floyd: No response.

Ralph Sorochan: No response.

Subdivision 2 (Sherwood Park)

3 To Be Elected

Dave Anderson: No response.

Leah Canning: No response.

Dean James Kakoschke: I believe current school board is transparent to a degree. More transparency is required.

Merle Morrisseau: I believe we are still dealing with post covid the schools shares info, but it's not always clear. I'd push for simpler updates and more open conversations with parents.

Francis Poole: No response.

Kaye Schindeler: No response.

Tom Sunderland: No response.

Subdivision 3 (Strathcona County North)

1 To Be Elected

Jessica Boyden: No response.

Susan Miller: No response.

Subdivision 4 (Strathcona County South)

1 To Be Elected

Kelly Dick: I believe Elk Island Public Schools does a good job of maintaining transparency through public meetings, budget reports, and accessible information. However, transparency is more than just sharing documents — it's about genuine communication and collaboration. Where we can do better is in consulting with parents before major decisions are made. Too often, families feel they're informed after the fact rather than included in the process. As a trustee, I would work to strengthen parent engagement by creating more opportunities for meaningful input, open discussion, and two-way communication. When parents are truly part of the conversation, trust and transparency naturally follow.

Krista Scott: No response.

County of Minburn No. 27 Ward

1 To Be Elected

Bryan Butler: No response.

Lamont County No. 30 Ward

1 To Be Elected

Colleen Sheryl Holowaychuk: No response.

Subdivision 1 (Fort Saskatchewan)

2 To Be Elected

Tiffany Bergmann: No response.

Lareina Dibben: No response.

Leah Floyd: No response.

Ralph Sorochan: No response.

Subdivision 2 (Sherwood Park)

3 To Be Elected

Dave Anderson: No response.

Leah Canning: No response.

Dean James Kakoschke: Yes.

Merle Morrisseau: Very difficult question to answer, parents deserve to be informed. I'd support open communication — except in rare cases where a student's safety might be at risk.

Francis Poole: No response.

Kaye Schindeler: No response.

Tom Sunderland: No response.

Subdivision 3 (Strathcona County North)

1 To Be Elected

Jessica Boyden: No response.

Susan Miller: No response.

Subdivision 4 (Strathcona County South)

1 To Be Elected

Kelly Dick: Absolutely. I feel very strongly that no policy should require staff or students to keep secrets from parents. Parents are a child's first and most important advocates, and trust between schools and families is essential for student success. Adults and children being asked to keep secrets from parents is a major red flag. Unless there is a clearly defined, exceptional circumstance involving a child's immediate safety, parents must be informed and involved. As a trustee, I would fully support reviewing and removing any policies that undermine that trust and transparency.

Krista Scott: No response.

County of Minburn No. 27 Ward

1 To Be Elected

Bryan Butler: No response.

Lamont County No. 30 Ward

1 To Be Elected

Colleen Sheryl Holowaychuk: No response.

Subdivision 1 (Fort Saskatchewan)

2 To Be Elected

Tiffany Bergmann: No response.

Lareina Dibben: No response.

Leah Floyd: No response.

Ralph Sorochan: No response.

Subdivision 2 (Sherwood Park)

3 To Be Elected

Dave Anderson: No response.

Leah Canning: No response.

Dean James Kakoschke: Yes. 100%. Parents should be notified ALWAYS.

Merle Morrisseau: Parents should get a heads-up on sensitive topics — it's about trust and working together with schools.

Francis Poole: No response.

Kaye Schindeler: No response.

Tom Sunderland: No response.

Subdivision 3 (Strathcona County North)

1 To Be Elected

Jessica Boyden: No response.

Susan Miller: No response.

Subdivision 4 (Strathcona County South)

1 To Be Elected

Kelly Dick: Yes, I do. Parents have the right to know when deeply personal or sensitive topics — such as abortion, sexual assault, marriage, or family planning — are being discussed in the classroom. Transparency builds trust, and parents should have the opportunity to understand what's being taught and decide how best to support their children through those conversations. Just as current policy requires parental notification for lessons involving sexual or religious identity, the same level of communication and respect should apply to all sensitive subjects. Open dialogue between schools and families helps ensure consistency between what is taught at home and at school, and ultimately supports student well-being.

Krista Scott: No response.

County of Minburn No. 27 Ward

1 To Be Elected

Bryan Butler: No response.

Lamont County No. 30 Ward

1 To Be Elected

Colleen Sheryl Holowaychuk: No response.

Subdivision 1 (Fort Saskatchewan)

2 To Be Elected

Tiffany Bergmann: No response.

Lareina Dibben: No response.

Leah Floyd: No response.

Ralph Sorochan: No response.

Subdivision 2 (Sherwood Park)

3 To Be Elected

Dave Anderson: No response.

Leah Canning: No response.

Dean James Kakoschke: Absolutely. There should be no reason to hide anything

Merle Morrisseau: Yes — programs should be clear, transparent, and focused on real learning outcomes for students.

Francis Poole: No response.

Kaye Schindeler: No response.

Tom Sunderland: No response.

Subdivision 3 (Strathcona County North)

1 To Be Elected

Jessica Boyden: No response.

Susan Miller: No response.

Subdivision 4 (Strathcona County South)

1 To Be Elected

Kelly Dick: Yes, absolutely. Program and course development must be transparent, accountable, and focused on clearly defined knowledge outcomes. Parents and the public have a right to know what is being taught, why it's being taught, and how it supports student learning. Education should be grounded in strong academics — literacy, numeracy, science, and critical thinking — not shifting social or ideological trends. As a trustee, I would ensure that any new programs or curricular changes are evidence-based, measurable, and clearly linked to student achievement.

Krista Scott: No response.

County of Minburn No. 27 Ward

1 To Be Elected

Bryan Butler: No response.

Lamont County No. 30 Ward

1 To Be Elected

Colleen Sheryl Holowaychuk: No response.

Subdivision 1 (Fort Saskatchewan)

2 To Be Elected

Tiffany Bergmann: No response.

Lareina Dibben: No response.

Leah Floyd: No response.

Ralph Sorochan: No response.

Subdivision 2 (Sherwood Park)

3 To Be Elected

Dave Anderson: No response.

Leah Canning: No response.

Dean James Kakoschke: I believe we need to make a gentle shift back to letter grades and/or percentages. I think "descriptive grading" is not benefitting the student as much as originally hoped.

Merle Morrisseau: I did a search on this question and realized that "one size does not fit all" I do realize that as a parent I need to understand the grading system to ensure, I am supporting my kids.

Francis Poole: No response.

Kaye Schindeler: No response.

Tom Sunderland: No response.

Subdivision 3 (Strathcona County North)

1 To Be Elected

Jessica Boyden: No response.

Susan Miller: No response.

Subdivision 4 (Strathcona County South)

1 To Be Elected

Kelly Dick: I support the use of clear, traditional grading — letter grades and percentages — because they give students, parents, and teachers an objective way to understand progress. Descriptive grading can provide helpful context, but it should complement, not replace, measurable results. Parents deserve straightforward information about how their child is performing, and students benefit from knowing where they stand and what they need to improve. Accountability and clarity are key to helping every learner succeed.

Krista Scott: No response.

County of Minburn No. 27 Ward

1 To Be Elected

Bryan Butler: No response.

Lamont County No. 30 Ward

1 To Be Elected

Colleen Sheryl Holowaychuk: No response.

Subdivision 1 (Fort Saskatchewan)

2 To Be Elected

Tiffany Bergmann: No response.

Lareina Dibben: No response.

Leah Floyd: No response.

Ralph Sorochan: No response.

Subdivision 2 (Sherwood Park)

3 To Be Elected

Dave Anderson: No response.

Leah Canning: No response.

Dean James Kakoschke: Currently, I believe the number of PD days are sufficient, but I'm always willing to look at change if it's necessary.

Merle Morrisseau: This is my first attempt to run for this role and I do not have the understanding/experience of the teachers to answer this question.

Francis Poole: No response.

Kaye Schindeler: No response.

Tom Sunderland: No response.

Subdivision 3 (Strathcona County North)

1 To Be Elected

Jessica Boyden: No response.

Susan Miller: No response.

Subdivision 4 (Strathcona County South)

1 To Be Elected

Kelly Dick: I support professional development for teachers — it's an important part of maintaining high-quality instruction. However, I do not support closing schools for full professional development days. Learning should remain consistent for students and predictable for families. I believe teachers should be allocated a set number of professional development days each year — for example, three — that they can schedule in advance. Principals could coordinate substitute coverage and manage scheduling to ensure only a limited number of teachers are away at any given time. This approach would respect teachers' professional growth while minimizing disruptions for students and parents.

Krista Scott: No response.

County of Minburn No. 27 Ward

1 To Be Elected

Bryan Butler: No response.

Lamont County No. 30 Ward

1 To Be Elected

Colleen Sheryl Holowaychuk: No response.

Subdivision 1 (Fort Saskatchewan)

2 To Be Elected

Tiffany Bergmann: No response.

Lareina Dibben: No response.

Leah Floyd: No response.

Ralph Sorochan: No response.

Subdivision 2 (Sherwood Park)

3 To Be Elected

Dave Anderson: No response.

Leah Canning: No response.

Dean James Kakoschke: I support teachers receiving a wage increase and smaller class sizes and more supports for classroom complexity, but I don't support the ATA in their timing of having this strike. If the ATA truly cared about students, as they claim, they would have initiated the strike Sept.1, not waiting until after Sept.30, when funding has been established.

Merle Morrisseau: I am 100 % in support of the teachers and thier concerns. I have compared data from across the country reviewed other concerns from other school boards. All have shown the gaps in salary, class size, classroom complexity and the retention of staff.

Francis Poole: No response.

Kaye Schindeler: No response.

Tom Sunderland: No response.

Subdivision 3 (Strathcona County North)

1 To Be Elected

Jessica Boyden: No response.

Susan Miller: No response.

Subdivision 4 (Strathcona County South)

1 To Be Elected

Kelly Dick: I fully support our teachers — they are the backbone of our education system and deserve fair treatment, respect, and the resources they need to do their jobs well. However, I do not support the Alberta Teachers' Association's current approach. I'm concerned that the ATA's actions and communications do not always reflect the best interests of teachers or students. Any labour dispute in education ultimately impacts students, and I believe they must remain the first priority for everyone involved. I would encourage open, good-faith dialogue that keeps classrooms stable and focused on learning.

Krista Scott: No response.

County of Minburn No. 27 Ward

1 To Be Elected

Bryan Butler: No response.

Lamont County No. 30 Ward

1 To Be Elected

Colleen Sheryl Holowaychuk: No response.