ECSD Board of Trustees Appoint Chair and Vice-Chair

June 19, 2024

At the Organizational Board Meeting held on June 19, 2024, the Edmonton Catholic School Division (ECSD) Board of Trustees re-elected Sandra Palazzo as Chair and Lisa Turchansky as Vice-Chair for the 2024-2025 school year.



Trustee Palazzo represents Ward 72, along with Ward 73 schools Father Leo Green, J.J. Bowlen, and St. Dominic Catholic schools. She was first elected to the Board of Trustees in October 2017. This will be her fifth term as Board Chair.

"Serving as Board Chair is an incredible honour. As we prepare to serve a record 50,000 students next year, I recognize how vital our role is in supporting each student to ensure the best educational outcome for all,” shared Board Chair Sandra Palazzo. “Our commitment to Catholic education and student success is more important than ever, as is our commitment to upholding our values by celebrating and promoting the well-being of all and serving our Division with integrity.”



Lisa Turchansky will serve a fifth term as Vice Chair. She was elected as a Ward 76 Trustee in October 2017. She also represents Ward 73 schools, St. Gerard, St. Leo, and St. Vladimir Catholic schools.

"It is an extraordinary privilege to continue in my role as Vice Chair. I am thankful for the chance to support a Division I care deeply about,” said Vice Chair Turchansky. “Over the past term, our Board has made significant accomplishments. I am proud to collaborate with a team that prioritizes our students and Catholic education."


Trustees play a crucial role in shaping the direction of the Edmonton Catholic School Division. As elected officials, they are accountable to their communities and lead through governance. Trustee elections are held every four years, aligning with municipal elections, the latest being in October 2021. 

Each June, the Board of Trustees conducts an organizational meeting to elect the Chair and Vice-Chair and finalize committee assignments for the upcoming school year. This process lays a strong foundation for collaborative decision-making and successful educational outcomes for students.

Board of Trustees in April 2024

For more information about ECSD’s Board of Trustees, visit ecsd.net/boardoftrustees.