Name: KARA MORRICE
Ward 1
Email: karaforschooltrustee@gmail.com
Occupation: PlanPoint Director at the Construction Association of Rural Manitoba (CARM)
WHY ARE YOU RUNNING FOR SCHOOL TRUSTEE?
I was born and raised in Brandon attending and graduating from the Brandon School Division. My husband Brent and my adult children also attended and graduated from the BSD as well. I believe I have a lot of knowledge from being a former student and parent to help make sound decisions. I also believe that the current board is not a diverse representation of our community and I think that needs to change, so that's why I am running.
My beliefs are...
- I strongly believe in parental rights - parents should have a say in their children’s education.
- I feel that student counseling should be more prevalent as schools need to be a safe place for everyone.
- I will advocate for more support for teachers.
- I think we should improve the accessibility to supports for children with learning disabilities.
- In my opinion, more dollars should be spent in the classroom.
- I will lobby for school maintenance upgrades.
- I support students getting into the trades as there is a shortage of skilled workers.
- I would advocate for more schools as our city continues to grow.
- It’s important to ensure tax dollars are spent wisely - avoiding tax increases.