Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees of Yellowknife Education District No. 1 (YK1) is the longest-serving publicly-elected school board in the Northwest Territories. Seven duly elected individuals serve as YK1 Trustees. The Board plays a key role in the continued success of the district and the 1,900 students it serves. Accountability, strategic thinking, financial responsibility and commitment are among the strengths of this dedicated group. Today's Trustees serve six unique public schools in Yellowknife and provide quality educational services to all students. During their time "in office", Trustees attend monthly board meetings and participate in regularly scheduled board-level committee meetings. Board members also make every effort to increase their awareness and understanding of community concerns and school-based issues by attending monthly Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) meetings, public gatherings and community events. YK1 Trustees lead with diligence and sound judgement, always with the best interests of the students at heart. 

YK1's Strategic Priorities for 2021-2024 include wellness, learning, indigenous language and education, and community.

David Wasylciw: Chairperson Email: david.wasylciw@yk1.nt.ca Phone: (867) 766-5050
Tina Drew: Vice Chairperson Email: tina.drew@yk1.nt.ca Phone: (867) 766-5050
Barbara Bell Email: barbara.bell@yk1.nt.ca Phone: (867) 766-5050
Terry Brookes Email: terry.brookes@yk1.nt.ca Phone: (867) 766-5050
Michelle Peters Email: michelle.peters@yk1.nt.ca Phone: (867) 766-5050
Allan Shortt Email: allan.shortt@yk1.nt.ca Phone: (867) 766-5050
Jason Snaggs Email: jason.snaggs@yk1.nt.ca Phone: (867) 766-5050