A former Trustee (2014-2022), Freddy brings experience in public education governance, strategic planning and fiscal oversight. Her background has shaped her understanding of how schools’ function and how students thrive when supported by a strong progressive workforce.

She is seeking another term because she would like further opportunities to make a positive impact on the future of public education in the Abbotsford School District.

She says, “Strong schools are built through collaboration, careful planning and a commitment to putting students at the centre of every decision.”

Priorities are:

• Supporting student success through engagement, literacy and numeracy
• Safe, caring and inclusive schools where students and staff are supported, challenged
• and connected
• Fiscal responsibility and transparency
• Mental health resources and supports

Freddy brings to the role of Trustee, decades of experience as an educator, arts advocate and community volunteer in the arts and sporting events. She is known for her leadership in Abbotsford Children’s Theatre and her dedication to the Abbotsford Community.

She has received numerous awards for her work with children and youth including the Order of Abbotsford (2008) and the Queens Jubilee Medal (2012).

She has Bachelor of Education degree from UBC and diplomas in ELL, Counselling and Fine Arts. Freddy has taught at all grade levels including English to adult learners.

Trustees have an important role to play in our school system and community.

We are all stakeholders in public education.

Please take the time to Vote on October 17.