Cathy Allen

Cathy Allen was elected as a trustee in October 2021 and represents residents in urban Sherwood Park. She and her family have lived in Sherwood Park for 20 years, and their daughter graduated from an EIPS high school.

Over her 40-year career in EIPS, Allen served as a teacher, consultant, assistant principal, and principal in various K-12 schools. At the post-secondary level, she supervised practicum students in their first and second years of student teaching. Allen is an alumna of the University of Alberta where she earned her Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Education, and Master of Education degrees.

Allen believes in public education and advocates for excellence in education. All students should have the opportunity to achieve their greatest potential.