ELECT CANDACE KNOLL TO SCHOOL DISTRICT 43

A Community Champion dedicated to enriching the lives of Students, Teachers, Assistants and Support Staff.

Pillar 1: The Circle & Infrastructure

Growth, modernizing schools, and expanding capacity for our growing population.

Children deserve learning spaces that are as bright and full of potential as they are, and I will advocate for the investments needed to make that possible in every neighborhood.

I believe that safe, clean, and modern facilities are the essential foundation for student achievement.

I will champion a proactive community planning approach to help address chronic overcrowding and reduce the overuse of portables.

By advocating for stronger coordination between school funding and municipal infrastructure planning, we can better align school planning with the needs of our growing communities.

Just as our city plans roads, utilities, and parks before new homes are built, I will push for our school district to plan with the same foresight.

Focus

Pillar 2: Complexity & Continuity

Supporting Special Education, Staff Recruitment & Retention.

Every child's journey is unique, and I am dedicated to ensuring that our schools have the dedicated support needed to help every single student succeed.

I believe every student deserves an equal opportunity to thrive, which means ensuring our classrooms have the specific resources needed for every type of learner.

I will advocate for the province to reform funding formulas so that mental health resources and language supports are consistent, reliable, and available to all.

I am here to listen to your experiences and identify the barriers that stand in the way of student success.

Focus

Pillar 3: Community Care & Accountability

Prioritizing mental health, well-being, and safety for staff and students.

Schools are more than just buildings; they are the villages where we grow together, and I am dedicated to nurturing the well-being of every person who comes through our doors.

Our schools are vibrant ecosystems where our children learn and grow.

I am committed to a vision of "community care," where we prioritize the holistic health of the whole child and maintain the highest standards of operational accountability.

I want every parent to feel confident that their child is supported, healthy, and safe from the moment they leave home until they return.

Focus

Supporting education and innovation.

Coquitlam offers a variety of diverse programs and environments that recognizes individual learning needs. The flexibility of these programs affords the opportunity to increase the overall academic success rate for the community. Education is a fundamental human right and I will continue to advocate for the inclusion of education for all.

“It is important to create safe learning spaces and build communities where everyone is welcome and can thrive.”

— Candace Knoll, Candidate Coquitlam SD 43 Trustee