Before we know it, Grad will be here…and there are also LOTS of pieces that need planning, coordinating and implementing. And that means as many parents contributing some time and talents as possible to help make 2025 a year for the books!
First off, I am looking for a Co-Chair (or two) to join me, Andrea, in pulling everything off. If you want to help lead the Grad Committee’s activities this year, please send me an email.
And if you have a talent for design and have some inspiration for the official 2025 logo or the yearbook, please let me know ASAP at the same email!
Is there another area that you’re interested in coordinating? Not sure where to start, but want to contribute in some way? Just looking to learn more?
Advance polls for the election for School Commissioners of the English Montreal School Board will take place on Sunday October 27th (noon – 8pm) at Willingdon Senior Campus (4850 Avenue Coronation).
Election day is Sunday November 3 (10am – 8pm), at St. Monica’s School (6440 Rue de Terrebonne).
You will have the opportunity to vote for two different positions. One ballot is for the Commissioner in Ward 5. The other ballot is for the Chair.
As a parent with a child in a EMSB school, you are already registered to vote. You will receive a registration notice in the mail in the coming weeks, confirming dates, times and polling stations.
Why Should I Care?
School boards are the last body of governance that belongs to the English community. Together, we must ensure that they remain vibrant and representative for the benefit of the next generation of English-speaking Quebecers. The school system faces significant challenges both inside and outside the classroom, and this is an opportunity for the community to make its voice heard and help define priorities.
Our Ward 5 commissioner was instrumental in helping to secure the $6,729,000 investment needed for the Willingdon Junior Campus Renovations, which took place over the last 2 years (school yard, floor replacement, electrical and next summer’s interior paining).
In recent years, the EMSB has played a prominent role in legal battles against the Legault government on issues ranging from a ban on religious symbols for new teachers to regulations on the language that board officials are allowed to use in communication. The EMSB has been one of the only entities standing up to protect our rights, by fighting against Law 21, and Bills 40 and 96!
French School Boards have already been dismantled, and we’re fighting to maintain the English School Boards.
A strong voter turnout is needed on November 3 to show the Government how important our school boards are to us.
By registering with a $20 membership, you help us maintain our affiliation with the Quebec Federation Home and School Association (QFHSA). This partnership provides crucial support for our organization, including event insurance and advocacy for English language schools in Quebec.
Family membership is optional but highly recommended. To stay under the QFHSA’s umbrella, we need at least 10% of parents to register.
In addition to organizing a variety of enjoyable activities, such as the Annual Corn Roast, Pizza Lunches, Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week, FroYo events, Kindergarten Holiday Celebration, Grade 6 Graduation, Halloween Festivities, Book Fair, School Supply Kit Sales, and more, we also support the Family Support Fund. This fund raises money to assist families in need within the Willingdon community, covering essentials like lunches, fees, and school supplies.
Your registration makes all of these initiatives possible. THANK YOU for your support!