EIPS Board of Trustees Welcomes Back Cathy Allen as Board Chair and Susan Miller as Vice-Chair

Susan Miller (left), EIPS Board Vice-Chair, and Cathy Allen (right), EIPS Board Chair.

Sherwood Park, AB. — On August 22, at its annual organizational meeting, Elk Island Public Schools’ (EIPS) Board of Trustees formally selected its Chair and Vice-Chair. Cathy Allen will act as the Board Chair and Susan Miller as the Vice-Chair. Both individuals will lead the Board of Trustees for the 2024-25 school year.

Board Chair Allen was first elected as an EIPS trustee in October 2021—representing residents in Sherwood Park. She enjoyed a 40-year career in EIPS, serving as a teacher, consultant, assistant principal and principal in various K-12 schools. Allen advocates for excellence in education and believes all students should have the opportunity to achieve their greatest potential.

“I’m proud to serve as Board Chair for my second consecutive year,” says Chair Allen. “There’s a lot to be excited about for the 2024-25 school year. From the beginning of construction for the Sherwood Park Replacement School to the expansion of the READ program, I’m looking forward to ensuring high-quality learning environments for all the students we teach, the staff we employ and the communities we serve.”

Vice-Chair Miller was first elected as an EIPS trustee in October 2021—representing Strathcona County residents north of Wye Road. Working as a health care aide for more than 11 years has taught Miller the value of teamwork and accountability in a corporate setting. Her goal as a trustee is to work hard to ensure every child in EIPS receives the best possible educational opportunities. This is Miller’s second term as Board Vice-Chair.

“It’s an honour to be Vice-Chair again this year,” says Vice-Chair Miller. “We’re in our third year of the Four-Year Education Plan—there’s a lot we’ve accomplished so far. A new year means new possibilities. As a Board, we’re ready to continue advocating for public education and ensuring student growth and success is at the core of everything we do.”

At the meeting, the Board of Trustees also approved its regular Board meeting schedule, which is now available on the EIPS website.

EIPS has an eight-member Board representing more than 17,750 students and their families in Sherwood Park, the City of Fort Saskatchewan, the Town of Vegreville, Strathcona County, Lamont County and the western portion of the County of Minburn. Trustees meet as a Board and on committees on a regular basis throughout the year to ensure students receive the best education possible.

To learn more about the EIPS Board of Trustees visit eips.ca/trustees.

Elk Island Public Schools is one of Alberta’s largest school divisions, serving approximately 17,750 students in 42 schools. We are proud to be an integral part of our communities, including Sherwood Park, Fort Saskatchewan, Vegreville, Strathcona and Lamont counties, and the western portion of the County of Minburn.

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For more information, media can contact:
Laura McNabb, Director, Communication Services, EIPS 780-417-8204 cell 780-405-4902