(Fort McMurray, AB, October 28, 2025) - Five new Trustees have now been officially sworn in and will lead the Fort McMurray Roman Catholic Separate School Board for the 2025-2029 term. Following the official Swearing In Ceremony the Board held its Organizational Meeting to determine specific roles and responsibilities for the first year of their term. 

Board Chair- 2025/26: Dale Barfoot

Vice Chair- 2025/26: Chantal Beaver

The Swearing In Ceremony included an official welcome to Trusteeship, a collective reading of the Code of Ethics, the Honourable Judge Stephanie Cleary administering the Oath of Office, a Prayer of Invocation, and Trustee’s collectively reciting the Board Member’s Prayer.

“On behalf of the Board, we are honoured to begin this new four year term together. We look forward to serving as a united and inclusive team, entrusted with guiding the governance of Fort McMurray Catholic Schools. We will continue to advocate for every student and family, ensuring that faith, learning, and community remain at the heart of all we do.” - Dale Barfoot - Board Chair, Fort McMurray Catholic Board of Education

“As we begin this new four-year term, we are delighted to welcome our Trustees to their integral role. We look forward to a strong partnership between the Board and senior leadership as we continue to foster excellence in faith, teaching and learning. The Board’s guidance is essential in governance and in ensuring the continuous improvement and growth of Fort McMurray Catholic Schools.” - Natasha MacArthur-Poole, Fort McMurray Catholic Schools Superintendent 

More details on the election can be found at: https://www.fmcschools.ca/election