River East Transcona School Division · Ward 2
A mom of three. Your trustee since 2022. Four years of listening, asking questions and getting things done — I'm running again to keep that work moving forward.
Municipal & School Board Election · 2026
Wednesday, October 28, 2026 · 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
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Why I'm running
I'm a longtime resident of this school division and a mom of three. Like many parents, I didn't set out to run for office. I ran because my children needed an advocate — and I wanted to help make our education system better for all students.
Two of my children have learning disabilities, and I experienced firsthand how difficult it can be for families to get the support their children need. Each of my children has had different needs, and those experiences shaped my decision to run: to have a voice in the decisions that shape our schools and to make a positive difference in the lives of students and families.
I believe kids succeed when they know they're valued and have the right tools and support to succeed. I bring a student-centred, community-focused and collaborative approach to the role, guided by four values that matter to me: transparency, accountability, equity and inclusion.
Being a trustee also means doing the important work that isn't always visible — approving budgets, overseeing contracts, asking difficult questions and making sure decisions are responsible, lawful and in the best interests of students. Over the past four years, I've developed a strong understanding of education governance and the responsibility that comes with serving this community. Since being elected in 2022, I've taken an active role in the work of the Board, including committee work, negotiations, connecting with families and attending events throughout our schools and community.
What I love most is seeing what our students accomplish — from winter concerts and vocational programs to the students recognized at special events. That's the payoff.
Being a trustee is about making a meaningful difference: improving the quality of education and our students' learning environments, making sure programs meet their needs, and ensuring the decisions we make reflect what matters to our community.
A record of results
Over the past four years, I've worked with fellow trustees, staff, families and our community to make practical improvements across River East Transcona.
Secured a new 800-student K–8 school in Devonshire.
RETSD advocated for a larger school than originally planned, helping ensure growing neighbourhoods have the space they need — including 134 new child-care spaces.
Expanded École Regent Park to meet growing enrolment.
The expansion added classrooms and a new gymnasium, giving students more room to learn, play and participate in school activities.
Expanded access to technical-vocational education.
New intensive programs allow students to stay connected to their community school while earning technical-vocational credits — opening more pathways toward careers and apprenticeships.
Expanded mental-health and substance-use supports into the middle years.
Additional supports and online options help students access assistance earlier, when they need it most.
Started a long-term plan to replace aging school buses.
The 2025–26 budget included eight new buses, improving reliability while helping RETSD keep pace with enrolment growth.
Expanded opportunities for families and the community to be heard.
RETSD's enhanced engagement work included a division-wide survey with more than 1,400 responses and a Community Education Forum bringing together parents, students, educators and community members.
Improved access to advanced academic and specialized programs.
RETSD expanded access to opportunities including Advanced Placement, STEAM and technical-vocational programming so students across the division have more choices to pursue their interests and strengths.
Strengthened understanding of treaties and reconciliation.
More than 3,600 RETSD staff participated in comprehensive treaty education, helping educators better understand treaty relationships and bring Indigenous perspectives into student learning.
Four years of showing up
Over the past four years, I've worked beyond the boardroom — serving on committees, participating in negotiations, listening to families and showing up at schools and community events.
Negotiations Committee — Chair
Program, Policy Review & Personnel (PPRP) — Vice-Chair
Finance, Facilities, Transportation & Technology Committee — Member
Communications Committee — Member
Attended and was involved with these events:
Presented awards and recognized student and staff accomplishments.
My priorities
Your Voice. Their Belonging. Their Well-being. Their Safety. Their Schools. Our Growth. Our Responsibility.
Be accessible and accountable to the people I represent.
Listen to students, families and staff, bring their concerns to the Board, and follow through.
Make sure every student has the support they need to succeed.
Champion inclusive schools where individual needs are recognized, respected and supported.
Keep strengthening mental-health and well-being supports.
Support programs that help students build resilience, self-awareness, healthy relationships and the skills they need to thrive.
Make getting to and from school safer.
Work with the division, City and community to improve safety for students, families and motorists around our schools.
Make sure schools are safe, clean and welcoming places to learn.
Keep a focus on bullying prevention, air quality, cleanliness, safety and respect for every student.
Keep advocating for the new schools our communities need.
One new school was a start — not the finish. I'll keep pressing the province for more schools so families in growing neighbourhoods aren't left waiting.
Protect the classroom while respecting taxpayers.
Make careful decisions about spending, look for efficiencies and keep taxes as affordable as possible while maintaining quality programs and services.
FAQ
These are questions asked back in 2022, answered for 2026.
Where I represent
This is the community I'm proud to serve.
Wednesday, October 28, 2026 · 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Kildonan Place (doors closest to Cineplex) — Friday, October 9 to Sunday, October 11.
City Hall is open to all eligible voters city-wide, from October 5–23.
All Community Advance locations available city-wide from October 19–22 (4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.).
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Where do I vote?Beyond the boardroom
Some of the best parts of being a trustee happen outside the boardroom — celebrating students, recognizing staff and listening to the families and communities we serve.
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