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MEET WARD 15 TRUSTEE CANDIDATE GRAEME NOBLE

NAME: Graeme Noble

OCCUPATION: Educational researcher/student

WHAT WARD DO YOU LIVE IN?: Ward 13

CONTACT INFORMATION: nobletrustee.ca | votenobletrustee@gmail.com

POSITION YOU ARE RUNNING FOR: Hamilton public school board trustee, Ward 15

PREVIOUS POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: McMaster Students Union (2020-2021) associate vice-president (internal governance) responsible for spearheading consultation, review, and update for 50 per cent of the organization's 100 operating policies, employment procedures, and corporate bylaws; McMaster Students Union (2019—2020) vice-president (administration) elected into a board of directors overseeing an annual budget of over $11.5 million as the chief administrative officer for all things governance, human resources, and student services.

WHY HAVE YOU DECIDED TO RUN?: Public schools play a vital role in guiding the growth to become the leaders of tomorrow. Every student has the right to belong and succeed in their educational journeys, and Waterdown-Flamborough deserves a trustee that truly understands the systems, research and communities that support student development. That's why I'm running.

WHAT ARE YOUR TOP 3 ISSUES?: 1. Despite their name, public schools are extremely detached from the public: that needs to change. We must enhance communication between families, educators, and HWDSB. 2. We must ignite partnerships with local community services. 3. All this must contribute to quality education for all, especially children with special educational needs.

IF ELECTED, HOW DO YOU PLAN TO ACHIEVE YOUR PRIORITIES?:

Trustees can't control curriculum, but they can definitely help enrich it. I've already drafted plans with several community groups to improve student experiences. I've consulted with parents, educators, and relevant research on breaking down barriers. Plus, my studies have uniquely equipped me to navigate educational architecture and champion positive change.

MUNICIPAL ELECTION

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2022-09-29T07:00:00.0000000Z

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