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Mark Wasyliw

Candidate in the 2014 Winnipeg - 3 School Ward race.

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Questionnaire Response

Why did you decide to run in the 2014 School Board Election?

After 3 years on the Board I have gotten a good picture of what needs to be changed in the Winnipeg School Division (WSD). The Division has an achievement gap between students from wealthy households and those struggling with poverty. I believe the School Board can do more to close this gap and ensure all students can be successful in our education system. To that end, in my first term I was able to start a full-day nursery/full-day kindergarten pilot program. We placed this program into four of our lowest socio-economic schools. Often in these school, students fall behind and never catch up with other students in the division. The added time with trained teachers in the nursery and kindergarten program has dramatic results in helping these students catch up to other students in the WSD. We are monitoring this program closely and if successful, my priority is to expand the program to other schools in the division on a "need" basis.

What experience will you bring to compliment your role as School Trustee?

I have been on the Board of Trustees since my by-election win in 2011. I have been elected vice-chair of the Winnipeg School Division for the 2012-2013 and 2013-2014 School years. I have been a member of the Finance Committee, French Language Advisory Committee, South End Advisory Committee, Must Fund Committee of MSBA, Winnipeg Teacher's Association Committee, and the Ward Boundaries Review Committee.

I am a lawyer by career and own and operate a 10 lawyer law firm where I am the managing partner. I have handled million dollar budgets in the private sector as well as managing 15 employees. At the WSD I help administer a 374 million dollar budget.

What are some issues that you would like to stand for in your role as School Trustee, and why are these issues important to you?

I am committed to closing the achievement gap between students of differing socio-economic backgrounds. I am committed to the expansion of Full Day Nursery/ Full Day Kindergarten programs.

I am committed to prioritizing funding for the arts, science and math education. I want to continue to reform how the Division conducts math instruction in the early years and see that the WSD becomes a leader in this area. I am interested in expanding enrichment programs in the WSD including creating an IB program for the middle years. I would also like to see the WSD develop a junior and senior high Arts Academy where students can receive special training in theatre, music, film, graphic and classical arts.

I am committed to making the WSD more environmentally sustainable. I would like to develop an active transportation policy and create a division wide "walking school bus" program. I want to continue with our energy retrofits of our aging buildings and the continual upgrading of our water lines to allow more water bottle refilling stations in our schools.

I am committed to lobbying the government to increase funding to schools to ease the burden on property taxpayers.

What is one thing in particular that you appreciate about the school ward or school division you wish to represent?

My ward is diverse. With the neighbourhoods of Earl Grey, Fort Rouge, Crescentwood and North River Heights the needs and expectations of the citizens are varied. Each neighbourhood has its own concerns and challenges and special care needs to be given to address each communities priorities.

Do you have any other comments regarding your candidacy?

I believe in an education system that enhances democracy, builds citizenship and develops community in our youth. I value diversity, inclusion, creativity, and rigorous academic standards. All my decisions will have those values and goals in mind.

I want to see students who are creative, who are engaged in critical thinking and who are socially responsible. The policies that I will support and the initiatives I will create will have that as there focus.


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News that Mentions Mark Wasyliw

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Dalnavert Museum to reopen under new 'sustainable' guidance, advocates say

Saturday, 09 May 2015

It will ease the enrolment pressure on École La Verendrye School and essentially be a second site for LaVérendrye, board chair Mark Wasyliw said. The decision means nothing will happen to Earl Grey School and École Robert H. Smith School in September, ...

Not guilty of stabbing death, jury finds

Saturday, 09 May 2015

It will ease the enrolment pressure on École LaVérendrye School and essentially be a second site for LaVérendrye, board chair Mark Wasyliw said. The decision means nothing will happen to Earl Grey School and Ecole Robert H. Smith School in September, ...

Random acts of kindness

Saturday, 09 May 2015

It will ease the enrolment pressure on École La Verendrye School and essentially be a second site for LaVérendrye, board chair Mark Wasyliw said. The decision means nothing will happen to Earl Grey School and École Robert H. Smith School in September, ...

Payouts to NDP staff 'obscene': Pallister

Saturday, 09 May 2015

It will ease the enrolment pressure on École La Verendrye School and essentially be a second site for LaVérendrye, board chair Mark Wasyliw said. The decision means nothing will happen to Earl Grey School and École Robert H. Smith School in September, ...

Teen found not guilty of seconddegree murder

Friday, 08 May 2015

It will ease the enrolment pressure on École LaVérendrye School and essentially be a second site for LaVérendrye, board chair Mark Wasyliw said. The decision means nothing will happen to Earl Grey School and Ecole Robert H. Smith School in September, ...

City audit into overbudget Waverley West roads project fails to find source ...

Friday, 08 May 2015

It will ease the enrolment pressure on École La Verendrye School and essentially be a second site for LaVérendrye, board chair Mark Wasyliw said. The decision means nothing will happen to Earl Grey School and École Robert H. Smith School in September, ...

Lake St. Martin and Little Saskatchewan evacuees march downtown, ask public ...

Friday, 08 May 2015

It will ease the enrolment pressure on École La Verendrye School and essentially be a second site for LaVérendrye, board chair Mark Wasyliw said. The decision means nothing will happen to Earl Grey School and École Robert H. Smith School in September, ...

Motorists browsing giveaway weekend urged to park properly

Friday, 08 May 2015

It will ease the enrolment pressure on École La Verendrye School and essentially be a second site for LaVérendrye, board chair Mark Wasyliw said. The decision means nothing will happen to Earl Grey School and École Robert H. Smith School in September, ...

Bowman still pushing for new infrastructure deal with province

Friday, 08 May 2015

It will ease the enrolment pressure on École LaVérendrye School and essentially be a second site for LaVérendrye, board chair Mark Wasyliw said. The decision means nothing will happen to Earl Grey School and Ecole Robert H. Smith School in September, ...

Celebrating Yoruba art, music, storytelling

Friday, 08 May 2015

It will ease the enrolment pressure on École La Verendrye School and essentially be a second site for LaVérendrye, board chair Mark Wasyliw said. The decision means nothing will happen to Earl Grey School and École Robert H. Smith School in September, ...

Teens charged after pizzadelivery robberies

Friday, 08 May 2015

It will ease the enrolment pressure on École LaVérendrye School and essentially be a second site for LaVérendrye, board chair Mark Wasyliw said. The decision means nothing will happen to Earl Grey School and Ecole Robert H. Smith School in September, ...

Four years and $115 million later, some flood evacuees no closer to home

Friday, 08 May 2015

It will ease the enrolment pressure on École LaVérendrye School and essentially be a second site for LaVérendrye, board chair Mark Wasyliw said. The decision means nothing will happen to Earl Grey School and Ecole Robert H. Smith School in September, ...

Fire forces evacuation of Kennedy apartment block

Friday, 08 May 2015

It will ease the enrolment pressure on École LaVérendrye School and essentially be a second site for LaVérendrye, board chair Mark Wasyliw said. The decision means nothing will happen to Earl Grey School and Ecole Robert H. Smith School in September, ...

No chance of overheating during weekend yardwork

Friday, 08 May 2015

It will ease the enrolment pressure on École LaVérendrye School and essentially be a second site for LaVérendrye, board chair Mark Wasyliw said. The decision means nothing will happen to Earl Grey School and Ecole Robert H. Smith School in September, ...

Fast pitcher Mandy Greenberg is named 2015 Winnipeg Jewish Athlete of the Year

Thursday, 07 May 2015

It will ease the enrolment pressure on École LaVérendrye School and essentially be a second site for LaVérendrye, board chair Mark Wasyliw said. The decision means nothing will happen to Earl Grey School and Ecole Robert H. Smith School in September, ...

ExNDP staffers receive $670000 in severance

Thursday, 07 May 2015

It will ease the enrolment pressure on École LaVérendrye School and essentially be a second site for LaVérendrye, board chair Mark Wasyliw said. The decision means nothing will happen to Earl Grey School and Ecole Robert H. Smith School in September, ...

Fire and backcountry travel bans lifted

Thursday, 07 May 2015

It will ease the enrolment pressure on École LaVérendrye School and essentially be a second site for LaVérendrye, board chair Mark Wasyliw said. The decision means nothing will happen to Earl Grey School and Ecole Robert H. Smith School in September, ...

Sandy Bay First Nation man charged with attempted murder following shooting

Thursday, 07 May 2015

It will ease the enrolment pressure on École La Verendrye School and essentially be a second site for LaVérendrye, board chair Mark Wasyliw said. The decision means nothing will happen to Earl Grey School and École Robert H. Smith School in September, ...

Winnipeg's vibrant Yoruba community to show off their art and culture during ...

Thursday, 07 May 2015

It will ease the enrolment pressure on École LaVérendrye School and essentially be a second site for LaVérendrye, board chair Mark Wasyliw said. The decision means nothing will happen to Earl Grey School and Ecole Robert H. Smith School in September, ...

Philippine president's visit to Canada won't include Winnipeg

Thursday, 07 May 2015

It will ease the enrolment pressure on École LaVérendrye School and essentially be a second site for LaVérendrye, board chair Mark Wasyliw said. The decision means nothing will happen to Earl Grey School and Ecole Robert H. Smith School in September, ...

Jury to begin deliberations in case of Winnipeg teen accused of killing ...

Thursday, 07 May 2015

It will ease the enrolment pressure on École LaVérendrye School and essentially be a second site for LaVérendrye, board chair Mark Wasyliw said. The decision means nothing will happen to Earl Grey School and Ecole Robert H. Smith School in September, ...

Environmental groups say Manitobans deserve more information on Energy East ...

Thursday, 07 May 2015

It will ease the enrolment pressure on École LaVérendrye School and essentially be a second site for LaVérendrye, board chair Mark Wasyliw said. The decision means nothing will happen to Earl Grey School and Ecole Robert H. Smith School in September, ...

Bettman out, Daly in for sports dinner

Thursday, 07 May 2015

It will ease the enrolment pressure on École LaVérendrye School and essentially be a second site for LaVérendrye, board chair Mark Wasyliw said. The decision means nothing will happen to Earl Grey School and Ecole Robert H. Smith School in September, ...

Concordia pool finally reopening its doors

Thursday, 07 May 2015

It will ease the enrolment pressure on École La Verendrye School and essentially be a second site for LaVérendrye, board chair Mark Wasyliw said. The decision means nothing will happen to Earl Grey School and École Robert H. Smith School in September, ...

Many daycares flunk inspection

Thursday, 07 May 2015

It will ease the enrolment pressure on École LaVérendrye School and essentially be a second site for LaVérendrye, board chair Mark Wasyliw said. The decision means nothing will happen to Earl Grey School and Ecole Robert H. Smith School in September, ...


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