Tisha Boulter

My name is Tisha Boulter, and I am seeking re-election after eight years of service on the Board of Education here in the Gulf Islands.

Since 2005, I’ve been a very involved Mom who has served on every Parent advisory council (PAC) at my children’s schools including the SS Center school, Phoenix elementary, Fernwood elementary, the Middle school and GISS. I started and supported hot lunch programs at every location because I was determined all the kids would have equitable access to food. As a parent I was committed to supporting my kids' teachers through fundraising and volunteering in the classroom and field trips. I was a district PAC member up until I was ‘shoulder tapped’ by Nancy MacDonald to join the school Board in 2018.

Now in this role, I am participating in supporting all the learners in our district with the same care, compassion and commitment.

During my previous 2 terms, I’ve served as the board chair for 4 years and chaired work…

Re-election statement · Salt Spring Island trustee

I am committed to:

Providing professional and accountable governance of our district Contributing collaboratively — building positive relationships of trust and trustworthiness with all partners — and supporting education for all our students Ensuring sustainability for our district in support of staff, students and our community Modelling relational care and diplomacy in action

School board trustees hold a unique role in the governance and oversight of a district. They are not responsible for curriculum development or day-to-day operations. Their responsibilities are to hire and oversee the superintendent, approve the strategic direction, set policy and ensure a balanced budget.

The Gulf Islands school board (SD64) is made up of seven trustees. Four have already been acclaimed from Mayne, Galiano, Pender and Saturna. I am seeking re-election here on Salt Spring after eight years of …