Strengthening Catholic Education
Upholding Catholic values and ensuring our schools nurture faith, integrity, and service in every student.
Elect
Dr. Swapna Simon Ph.D.
Candidate for Catholic School Board Trustee
LDCSB
Wards
11
12
13
Your Voice. Their Future.
Rooted in Catholic faith. Committed to excellence, accountability, and opportunity for every student.
Election Day
Monday, October 26, 2026
Committed to Our Catholic School Communities
Meet Swapna
Faith. Family. Community. Service.
I am a Catholic parent, community member, and Quality, Regulatory & Policy professional who believes deeply in the value of Catholic education.
As a parent, I understand that the decisions made by our school board affect much more than classrooms. They shape our children’s opportunities, their sense of belonging, their faith formation, and their future.
My professional work has taught me the importance of listening carefully, examining evidence, asking difficult questions, ensuring accountability, and making responsible decisions.
I am seeking the opportunity to bring that same thoughtful approach to the London District Catholic School Board—while keeping students, families, our Catholic identity, and the long-term strength of our schools at the centre of every decision.
Why I’m Running
Strong Catholic schools begin with strong relationships.
I believe strong Catholic schools begin with strong relationships between students, families, educators, parishes, administration, and trustees.
Our communities are growing and changing. Families deserve to know that decisions about school boundaries, programs, resources, and opportunities are being made thoughtfully, transparently, and with meaningful consultation.
I am running because I want to listen, collaborate, ask informed questions, and help ensure that every decision keeps the well-being and future of our students at its heart.
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Faith
Rooted in Catholic values. Guided by our faith.
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Excellence
High standards. Bright futures.
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Accountability
Transparent decisions. Responsible leadership.
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Opportunity
Equitable access. Every student. Every voice.
My Priorities
Faith-Based Education. Strong Communities. Brighter Futures.
Excellence & Opportunity for Every Student
Supporting high standards, innovative teaching, and programs that help every child reach their God-given potential.
Managing Growth & Fair School Boundaries
Addressing rapid enrolment growth and school-capacity pressures through thoughtful planning, meaningful family consultation, and fair, transparent decisions.
Equitable Access to Specialized Programs
Advocating for fair and equitable access to specialized learning opportunities, including programs such as IB.
Parents Deserve a Voice
Ensuring parents and families are heard, respected, and meaningfully included in decisions affecting their children.
Responsible & Transparent Decisions
Making informed, responsible decisions with openness, fiscal stewardship, and a commitment to the best use of resources.
Voter Information
Check your Catholic school support
To vote for an English Catholic School Board Trustee, eligible voters should make sure their voter information correctly reflects their Catholic school support.
Your voter information should show
- Roman Catholic Yes
- School Support English Separate
Already showing English Separate? No change is needed.
Use the City of London Voter Services portal to check your voter information and make any necessary updates.
Check or Update Your Voter Information
City of London Voter Services — london.voterservices.ca/voterlist/home/3936
Important Dates 2026
Advance Voting 10 AM – 8 PM
October 1 & 3
October 5–10, 2026
Election Day 10 AM – 8 PM
Monday
October 26, 2026
Connect With Swapna
Let’s stay connected
I would be grateful to hear from students, parents, families, educators, parish members, and residents across Wards 11, 12 & 13. Your experiences and perspectives matter.
Dr. Swapna Simon, Ph.D.
Candidate for LDCSB Trustee — Wards 11, 12 & 13