April Lowe – School Trustee,
April Lowe is a longtime Squamish resident, retired educator, mother and Grandmother. She has dedicated her life to public education and to supporting the students, families, and communities of the Sea to Sky corridor
April Lowe
Independent for Sea to Sky School Board
Human Rights
Human Rights Abroad
I believe everyone deserves dignity, equality, respect, and freedom from discrimination, and I am committed to upholding these fundamental human rights in our schools and communities.
Physical Accessibility
I believe all students, staff, and families deserve barrier-free access to our schools, facilities, and programs, regardless of their physical abilities.
Local Government, Planning, & Democracy
Good Governance
I believe strong governance requires transparency, accountability, collaboration, and thoughtful decision-making that always puts the best interests of students first.
Government Procurement
I support transparent, accountable, and fiscally responsible procurement practices that ensure public funds are used appropriately.
I promise to improve communications and push for authentic consultation with our 3 Municipalities.
Long-Term Plan
Our District Education Plan provides a long-term vision for student success, with measurable goals, ongoing assessment, and a commitment to ensuring every student graduates with dignity, purpose, and options.
Public Engagement
I believe meaningful public engagement requires open communication, active listening, timely responses and opportunities for families, staff, students, and community members to have their voices heard.
Youth Engagement
I believe students should have opportunities to share their perspectives, participate in decisions that affect their education, and develop the leadership skills needed to become engaged, responsible citizens.
Public Safety & Policing
Reconciliation & Indigenous Nations
Schools & Public Education
Biography
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Throughout her career, April has served as a classroom teacher, President of the Sea to Sky Teachers’ Union, and an assessment consultant with the BC Teachers’ Federation for ten years. Her extensive experience has given her a deep understanding of classroom learning, student assessment, educational leadership, and the importance of supporting the professionals who work in our schools.
As an elected School Trustee and current Chair of the Sea to Sky Board of Education, April brings experience, thoughtful leadership, and a strong commitment to responsible governance. She has been actively involved in the development and evolution of the District Education Plan for more than a decade, helping shape a vision focused on student success, equity, inclusion, and meaningful learning opportunities.
April believes that strong public education depends on collaboration, open communication, accountability, and positive relationships between schools, families, staff, and the broader community. She values listening to concerns, responding to correspondence, and ensuring that the voices of students, parents, and educators are heard.
Deeply rooted in Squamish, April understands the importance of strong public schools in building healthy, connected communities. She remains committed to ensuring that every student has the opportunity to graduate with dignity, purpose, and options.
Reason for running
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Why I Am Running for Re-Election as School Trustee
I am running for re-election because I believe every child deserves a safe, inclusive, and supportive public education.
I am running for re-election because I believe every child deserves a safe, inclusive, and supportive public education.
As a lifelong educator and current Board Chair, I want to continue strengthening student achievement, supporting staff well-being, and ensuring every student graduates with dignity, purpose, and options.