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Brief Biography:
Married 32 years to Zora Ponjavic.
I have 3 children, one with special needs.
My main occupation is a farming. I have been farming since 1977.
I have been a Holy Spirit trustee since 2007. I am seeking my fourth term as a trustee. I have sat on almost every committee at the board level.
Why do you want to serve as a Trustee for Holy Spirit Catholic Schools?
I want to serve as a trustee to preserve our Catholic Identity in public education. I aim for success for all students and I want to continue focus on the success of students with special needs and students of first nations to ensure they are not left behind. I also want to continue the improvement of parish and community partnerships, while still remaining fiscally responsible.
In your opinion, what's the most important issue facing Catholic education today?
The most important issue facing catholic education today is the existence of catholic education itself. There are groups and individuals looking to dismantle publicly funded catholic education. I will continue to defend and advocate for our existence and success.
Who was your most influential teacher/educator and why?
Miss Brown, my grade 11 teacher. She was hardworking passionate, just and dedicated as a teacher. I respected her greatly.
Contact:
Contact:
- Phone: 403-381-3335
- Email: danny.ponjavic@hotmail.ca
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