Trustees for the Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) have re-elected Kelley Robertson as Chair and elected Roberta Northmore as Vice-Chair during the Annual Organizational Board Meeting held on November 18, 2025.
Robertson, who has served as Chair for the past year as well as Vice Chair the year prior, expressed gratitude to her fellow Trustees for their continued support and trust in her leadership.
"I am excited to work together to address the challenges and opportunities that lie before us" said Robertson. "Whether it's continuing to champion mental health supports, enhancing academic success, or fostering stronger community engagement, I am confident that our collective efforts will lead to meaningful progress for the students and families we serve."
Newly elected Vice-Chair Roberta Northmore represents the four First Nations of Aamjiwnaang First Nation, Chippewa of Kettle and Stony Point First Nation, Eelŭnaapéewi Lahkéewiit (Delaware Nation), and Walpole Island First Nation - Bkejwanong Territory. Northmore echoed Robertson's sentiments of gratitude and emphasized the importance of her role in advancing Indigenous perspectives within the Board's work.
"As a First Nation Trustee, I am uniquely positioned to ensure that First Nation voices, culture, and vision are embedded in the Board's strategic direction," said Northmore. "I remain committed to maintaining a focus on student achievement and well-being while upholding the vision and mission of the Board."
LKDSB's Director of Education, Gary Girardi, expressed his confidence in the Board's leadership team.
"I want to extend my sincere congratulations to Chair Robertson and Vice-Chair Northmore. Their leadership reflects our shared commitment to excellence in education and equity for all students. The Trustees' dedication to public education is evident not only in the decisions made around the board table but also in their engagement across our communities whether connecting with parents at school events or listening to concerns in classrooms. Together, we will continue to foster environments where every student can thrive."
