By John Whitelaw, candidate for Gulf Islands School District trustee representing Salt Spring Island
Hi, my name is John Whitelaw. I am running for school board trustee in one of three positions representing Salt Spring Island. I’d like to introduce myself to those on the island who don’t know me, and to let you know who I am and what I have to offer as a member of your school board.
My family moved to Salt Spring 6 years ago and my younger child attended Gulf Island Secondary School (GISS). While she was at GISS she took part in the Gulf Islands School for the Performing Arts while also pursuing an apprenticeship in auto mechanics. Despite starting at GISS in the middle of COVID lock down, she learned many lessons in both life and academia that she carries with her post-graduation. During her school years here, I served as Chair of the Parent Advisory Council at GISS. This role gave me insight into how the school and district function as well as an oppor…