DEVONNA KLAASSEN FOR SCHOOL TRUSTEE (BLACKGOLD-DEVON)
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With my Psychology degree from the University of Alberta, I spent a number of years working in senior management at a Crisis Centre.  Here I honed many skills that serve me well as School Trustee, including: 
  •      - Budget Management         
     - Policy Writing
​     - Critical Thinking                                 - Problem Solving
     - Human Resource Management       - Active Communication
     - Strategic Planning                               - Meeting Management

​I truly did not expect to use my Crisis Communication and Crisis Management skills to the degree that has been required over the past few years.  This background and experience has been instrumental in navigating the recent challenges.

I have attended additional Professional Development on Adult Education Training, Leadership Management, Active Communication, Employee Engagement, and Human Resource Management.  I also completed the Leadership Edmonton program.

Some of my Professional Development in the last few years:
  • currently completing Indigenous Canada course via the University of Alberta
  • completed the Mental Health Literacy Course via UBCxOnline
  • completed the Brain Story Certification via Alberta Family Wellness Initiative
  • attended the Art of Leadership Conference 2019
  • attended the Canadian School Boards Association Conference 2019
  • attended the North American Center for Threat Assessment and Trauma Response Conference 2018
  • SO many books!!  

I have served on the executive of a number of boards, both operational and governance.  Most recently:
  • 2019-present: Executive for the Devon Dolphins Swim Club
  • 2012-2014: Leduc and District Victim Services as Vice President(2 yrs) and Acting President (6mo) 
  • 2013/14-2015/16: Devon Preschool Experience Program as Secretary (1 yr) and President (2 yrs) 

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