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SYMONS, Jessica
For Red Deer Public School Division Trustee
City of Red Deer
About the Candidate
At 24, I know firsthand how today’s political and economic shifts impact students. My frontline work in mental health, harm reduction, and community organizing has shown me the challenges young people face. I bring a fresh perspective to Red Deer’s future, and I'm ready to fight for schools where every student feels safe, supported, and equipped to adapt and thrive in a rapidly changing world.
Candidate Priorities
| Earth Stewardship | Students deserve schools that prepare them for a changing world. I will advocate for expanding environmental science, clean energy trades, sustainability skills, and Indigenous teachings of stewardship and resilience. |
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| 2SLGBTQIA+ Advocacy | I know firsthand what it's like to be queer in school. My lived experience and advocacy fuels my fight against book bans, gender policing in sports, and forced outing policies when home isn't always safe. Every learner deserves dignity and safety. |
| Championing the Arts | The arts build creativity, confidence, and community. I’ll advocate for stronger funding, new opportunities for creative engagement, and push for a dedicated Arts Academy to ensure students thrive through culture and innovation. |
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