Candidates Nominated
The following persons have filed Nomination Papers to run in the October 26, 2008 By-election:
Electoral Division 12 Nazia Nadeem (Withdrawn Sept. 26,2008) Domenico Pavone Susan Williams | Electoral Division 15 Conny J. Held (Withdrawn Oct. 2, 2008) Don Rae Peter Rakobowchuk Lana Roberts |
Electoral Division 12 |
| Domenico Pavone Tel.: 514-944-4945 domenic.pavone@videotron.ca
Dear Parents,
Elect Domenic Pavone.
I am married and proud father of two children, one of whom attends public school and the other is too young to start, but will be soon enrolled.
I am running not for political reasons, but for the opportunity to represent you, I will be your pro-parent voice at council.
My previous international travels have shown how great a country can become when the emphasis and proper resources are put in place for education. I firmly believe that education of our children is the best investment we can make; for they will become our future leaders, doctors, presidents...
If elected I endeavor to:
• support and augment programs for all students, notably in the mathematics, science, computer and language fields
• communicate closely with the principals and the governing boards of the schools in Ward 12 to ensure parents needs are being met
• as a future project, revamp the manner in which school consumable fees are collected in order to provide a direct tax benefit to parents, i.e. tax deductibility
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| Susan Williams 165 Colombier, Ile Bizard H9C 2K1 Tel.: 514-620-4745 swilliam@total.net
As an elementary school teacher for the past 24 years and an active volunteer in the public school system since 1992, education is my passion. My experience ranges from working in the classroom to being a long-standing member of governing board, PPO and the Central Parents’ Committee. From 2002-2007, I held the elected position of parent commissioner for secondary schools, gaining invaluable knowledge and experience as a member of the Council of Commissioners. I continue to volunteer at the LBPSB, assisting with governing board training and professional development activities for our community.
I am the mother of three LBPSB graduates, have lived in Ile Bizard since 1984, and am very familiar with the community in Ward 12. If elected, I look forward to working with all partners in education and being your voice on the Council of Commissioners, helping to ensure success for our youth and adult learners.
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Electoral Division 15 |
| Don Rae 58 Waverley, Pointe Claire H9S 4W8 Tel.: 514-697-9878 Fax: 514-697-9878 rae.gauthier@videotron.ca www.donrae.ca
Structural Engineer (PEng).
ELECT ME AS COMMISSIONER
A parent-volunteer of children attending Allancroft, Beacon Hill, John Rennie, BHS, I have the background and experience to understand the Board’s needs.
I am an enthusiastic and energetic believer in the public school system and would be privileged to help fortify the Board’s future.
I SALUTE our language teachers, and PRAISE Bilingual Graduates who seek Innovation, Consensus, not Confrontation.
Priorities
1. I will fight for prudent management of Public Funds entrusted to the Board.
2. I will oppose government subsidies to Private Schools. We must reduce Council, meal, social, and travel expenses.
3. As an educator I will work to reduce drop outs. I will work with my colleagues to champion “SAFE SCHOOLS”, create A CODE of CONDUCT to outlaw bullying and drug and alcohol use.
4. I will promote additional service for Special Needs and Gifted Students.
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| Peter Rakobowchuk 63 Kirkland Blvd., Kirkland H9J 1N5 Tel.: 514-697-4592 prakobowchuk@yahoo.ca
I am seeking election as Commissioner in Ward 15 and I would appreciate your support. As the father of two children, I have been deeply involved in numerous roles in the community and its schools for more than five years.
I have been a member of the Windermere Elementary and Sherwood Forest Elementary governing boards; helped organize Home and School fundraising activities, chaired the Sector 3 Parents Committee which represented 14 schools; and have been actively involved in the LBPSB Central Parents Committee. I am also a member of the Kirkland Safety and Security Committee.
If elected I would strive to improve communications between the board and parents, promote programs to make our schools more attractive and ensure consistent help for special needs children.
I would do my best to make sure parents and children have what they need to get the most out of their education system. |
| Lana Roberts 167 Westcroft Road, Beaconsfield H9W 2M2 Tel.: 514-697-3904 Cell: 514-952-0988 lanapatriciaroberts@gmail.com
I am running for Commissioner for the L.B.P.S.B. because I believe in public education.
It is our duty to our children to afford them a place where they can blossom into responsible members of our community and society at large. To this end, our schools need not only be a building, but an environment where a child feels safe, secure, engaged and motivated to learn.
In today’s challenging economy, it is more important than ever to be fiscally responsible, and our schools are no exception. We all need to work together to ensure that resources are allocated to greatest needs.
As a parent of a child who will be entering the public school system next year, I can offer you my commitment to work with our community and leaders to ensure our public schools are not only a great place to learn, but alternatively, the schools of choice. |
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