Tom Williamson (Vernon + Areas B & C)
2026 Election Candidate
What measurable outcomes would define success for you after one term?
Continued support for Early Learning and Childcare integration
Residency program for personalized teacher Learning
Reviewing the success of of new courses, Emotional Learning and Sustainable Futures
New Career Development programs that are supported by the Federal government
What do you see as the top three challenges currently facing the school district?
How to deliver more diverse student choice in learning
Continuing to advocate for safe, healthy, learning environments
More support for students with diverse needs
What are your top priorities for improving student achievement?
Supporting teacher requests for resources
Reviewing goals and measuring the success
Celebrating success that begets more success
What are your priorities for school facilities (e.g., aging infrastructure, overcrowding, environmental upgrades)?
All 3 are reviewed and addressed in order of need.
Apply for capital funding from MOE
The plan is approved each year based on funding
How would you like to see climate action prioritized at the governance level so that it guides decisions around infrastructure, operations, and student learning?
As Board we have on the agenda in the new term, to develop a climate policy to give the Superintendent a new direction to bring back the Board for final approval.
How will you monitor and improve progress toward safe, caring, and inclusive schools?
The Secretary Treasurer will be tasked with the responsibilty for reporting to the Board on the above 3 items.
What specific actions would you prioritize to support Indigenous student success and reconciliation?
Continue to follow the local education agreement, LEA with OKIB.
There has been measureable success following this agreement
How would you handle controversial issues and/or competing interests?
As a Board we deal with issues and interests as they are brought forward. Operational issues are directed to the Superintendent and governance issues to the Board
How will you engage meaningfully with parents, caregivers, and the broader community?
Through PAC meeting when invited, caregivers when requested, and the broader community through volunteering in the community.
