Let’s work together to strengthen public education in Calgary - today and for Alberta’s future.

Real Choice in Public Education

Families deserve diverse, high-quality options, language immersion, alternative programs, STEM, and strong neighborhood schools, within a public system that works for all.

Respect for
Parental Voice

Education decisions must involve parents in real and meaningful ways. Listening to families is essential to good governance.

Smart Growth and Fiscal Responsibility

We need fair funding, new schools in growing areas, and wise use of resources to serve students across the city.

Support
for Educators

Teachers and school staff are vital. I will advocate for the recruitment, retention, and professional development needed to sustain quality education.

Public Education as a Long-Term Investment

Strong schools today create a stronger Alberta tomorrow. Every decision we make should reflect that.

Foundational
Principles

Drawing strength from our educational roots allows us to uphold what has long made schools effective, even as we evolve to meet the needs of tomorrow’s learners.

Lesley Doell

for Calgary Board of Education Trustee

A Voice for Students. A Partner for Parents. A Leader for Schools.

With over three decades in public education, Lesley has taught in classrooms, mentored teachers, led national initiatives, and collaborated with school boards and ministries. Now, she is ready to bring that experience to the Calgary Board of Education—listening to families, leading with integrity, and working collaboratively to build a strong, student-focused public system.

Who is Lesley Doell?

Lesley is an accomplished educator, collaborative leader, and passionate advocate for strong public schools. She has taught at the elementary, high school, and university levels, mentored teachers across Canada, and led major national and international education initiatives. Her work with ministries, school boards, and postsecondary institutions gives her a deep understanding of the full education system.

Lesley’s leadership has been recognized both nationally and internationally. She was knighted by the French Republic (Palmes académiques) and awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal. She has held key leadership roles on numerous boards, including as president of the Canadian Association of Immersion Professionals (ACPI) and the North American Commission of the International Federation of French Professors (FIPF).

Now living in Tuscany, Lesley is a proud mother and grandmother who believes in building schools where every child feels supported, challenged, and truly known.

Message Lesley

Why vote for Lesley?

As a trustee, Lesley will bring calm, collaborative leadership guided by sound judgment and decades of experience in public education. Her priorities will include building welcoming, supportive schools, strengthening partnerships with families and communities, and ensuring that every student has access to meaningful, high-quality learning opportunities.