Laurie Larsen – I have been a resident of Surrey for over 70 years. All my children, grandchildren and myself have attended and have been graduates of Surrey Schools. I have been a Trustee for 18 years. I worked for the City of Surrey for 27 years and was the union president of Surrey City Workers, Local 402, for 15 years .
Some committees I have been appointed to are the Aboriginal Council, Learning Liaison Committee, Student Voice and Surrey Parks, Recreation and Tourism committee. There are numerous others I sit on as a Board member.
I had been the Board Chairperson and Vice Chair for many of my years as a Trustee. It is a role I have taken very seriously, and I have been committed to put the students of Surrey first during my tenure as a Trustee.
Unsurprisingly, our District has come through the most tumultuous last couple of years. With the help of the superintendent and staff – including teachers, CUPE workers, administrators, and exempt staff – this Board has been able to have our District recognized as a leader in BC, and I am sure across Canada. It has been a combined effort of everyone, including parents and students, who worked together to make students the number one priority and try to ensure their well-being both academically, socially and emotionally.
In my personal life I have struggled with poverty growing up and hopefully have helped students recognize the importance of an education and how Teachers gave me a purpose in life when I really needed encouragement.
I would be honoured to serve another 4 years to continue my advocacy for all students of Surrey.
Meet the Rest of The Surrey First Education Team
Surrey First Education Team Members from left to right: Garry Thind, Shawn Wilson, Gary Tymoschuk, Laurie Larsen, Terry Allen, and Bob Holmes.