Alberta School Board elections will take place on Monday, October 18, 2021!

Are you passionate about kids and public education? You may want to consider running for a school trustee position!

The Nomination Period is now open and runs until 12:00 pm. on nomination day, September 20, 2021.

Elected by and accountable to the communities they serve, trustees, and the board as a whole, are:

• Advocates for Alberta's children
• Champions for education
• Partners in education
• Strategic governors
• Political officials
• A bridge between government and the community

To learn more about the role of a school board trustee visit the Alberta School Boards Association website.

How do I become a candidate?

Candidates must submit a completed Board Election Nomination Package to NGPS Division Office, located at 4816-49 Avenue in Whitecourt, or to one of the five schools indicated within the package, on nomination day, Monday, September 20, 2021, between 10 am and noon. A deposit of $50 in cash, certified cheque or money order must accompany the nomination. Candidate packages are available for pickup at the Division Office or can be downloaded here:

Board Election Nomination Package

For more information on school board elections please visit http://www.asba.ab.ca/being-a-school-trustee/, or contact the NGPS Returning Officer Tamara Spong at 780-778-2800 for more information.