Phone:
604-729-7540EMail:
cpollock@sd43.bc.caThis is Christine's second term representing Port Coquitlam. She retired in 2017 from a 30 year career as an Education Assistant in SD43 supporting students at the elementary, middle school and senior secondary levels. Her last ten years in SD43 were spent in the Learning Services Department as part of the Inclusion Support Team supporting students with behavioural challenges, both in the classroom and through outreach.
Michael Thomas (Chair)
Phone: 604-715-7320
Email: MiThomas@sd43.bc.ca
Michael Thomas was first elected as a School Trustee in 2014 and proudly represents the Port Coquitlam community. He has served as Board Chair since 2021, helping to lead the Board and set direction for the District. He is committed to making sure students have the support and opportunities they need to succeed.
He brings both personal and professional experience to his role as a father of three, a business owner, and a technology professional who holds a Bachelor’s degree in Technology Management from BCIT.
During his time on the Board, Michael is proud to have supported the rebuilding of several schools and to have helped more than double the number of Education Assistants in the District, improving both school facilities and the day-to-day support available to students.
Michael is a strong supporter of student safety and has worked to move the seismic safety program forward, recognizing the importance of safe and secure schools for all students and staff.
Michael has been involved in the community for many years. He is an active volunteer with a local school breakfast program, supporting student well-being in a practical way. His community volunteerism has included serving as a DPAC Director, a PoCo Soccer Coach, a Director of PoCo Heritage, and working on local initiatives such as Emergency Preparedness, the May Day Task Force, PoCo’s Transportation and Operations committee, and the Port Coquitlam Spirit Committee. He is also a Past Master of Blue Mountain Lodge #182.
He believes that strong public schools help build a healthy and connected community, and he remains focused on making decisions that support students and families across the District.
