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Suzanne Kearns

for Kitchener WCDSB Trustee

"Elevating Students to engage a changing World"

Who is Suzanne Kearns?

I am a lifelong educator committed to students, families, and
Catholic education.

With over 20 years of experience as an educator, researcher, and University of Waterloo aviation professor, my passion lies in empowering students at every stage of their learning journey, from their kindergarten graduation until their post secondary one. I am deeply committed to bringing my background in mentorship, collaborative leadership, and educational vision to the WCDSB to help nurture, guide, and strengthen our vibrant school community.

I deeply believe every student deserves high-quality education, meaningful opportunities, and strong support to excel academically, socially, and spiritually.

I have also organized, led and supported major projects in the Waterloo region, leading major research and development projects valued in excess of $12 million dollars. I understand the value of ensuring public funds are used to effectively accomplish long term goals, meeting the needs of community and even global stakeholders.

I am also a proud parent of three children who have attended and thrived in the Waterloo Catholic District School Board. I know that my personal experiences have given me a deep understanding of our system’s strengths and the importance of continuous improvement.

My work has always focused on one goal:

Helping students reach their potential and prepare for a successful future in an ever changing world.

Why Suzanne is running for Kitchener WCDSB Trustee...

I am running for WCDSB Trustee because I believe:

Catholic education should be nurturing, inclusive, and future-focused. It is incredibly important that our Catholic education system follows the Catholic Social Teaching of Human Dignity - every student deserves care, respect, and inclusion. Part of creating human dignity is preparing every student to build a path for themselves. Each WCDSB graduate should graduate with a foundation to grow from and hope for a better tomorrow.

Schools should prepare students for both careers and citizenship. This means that every student deserves real-world learning connections and opportunities. To do this, we must create strong partnerships with both families and community stakeholders. Only then can we begin to build students who are truly ready to participate fully in community and civic life.

Responsible stewardship of public resources is paramount, and a key Catholic Social Teaching as well. Decisions on how to spend funding should prioritize students and classrooms, ensuring teachers are supported and unnecessary administrative complexity is reduced. Every dollar spent should directly improve student learning, well-being, and outcomes.

I am committed to working with students, educators, and community partners to help the WCDSB make learning more engaging, impactful, and meaningful.

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