Putting Students First

Re‑elect Norma Lang as your Rocky View Schools Public School Trustee. Experienced, accessible, and focused on student success, safe and inclusive schools, and responsible budgets.

Re‑elect Norma Lang as your Rocky View Schools Public School Trustee. Experienced, accessible, and focused on student success, safe and inclusive schools, and responsible budgets.

MEET NORMA

I’m seeking re‑election as your Rocky View Schools public school trustee and I’m asking for your support. Our ward is changing — two large rural wards have combined into one — and we need experienced, proven leadership to navigate this transition.For 15 years, I’ve worked hard to advocate for families, students, and schools across our communities. My work isn’t finished. I’ve been a strong voice for new schools in Langdon and Crossfield, and I’m running again because I believe in public education, I care deeply about the success of every student, and I know I can continue making a difference.This work matters. I love it. And I’m ready to keep making a difference.

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FAMILY & COMMUNITY ROOTS

I’ve lived my whole life as part of this community. I was raised in the nearby Drumheller area, and the family farm is in Wheatland County. My husband, Mark, runs a local family business in Crossfield (CP Wood Gallery). Together, we raised two daughters who recently graduated from Rocky View Schools. From the first day of kindergarten to Grade 12 convocation, we lived the realities of RVS — bus routes and boundary changes, report cards and diploma prep, and the joy of great teachers who go the extra mile. My work is grounded in this full K-12 lived experience.Our family’s RVS story: We spent years in RVS schools and activities — including 4‑H — building relationships across the division. We volunteered at schools, showed up for concerts, games, and competitions, and supported all students with inclusion and kindness. When families reach out to me now, I respond the way I did when my own kids needed answers: quickly, respectfully, and with practical next steps. Today our oldest is getting close to graduating with her Education Degree and will take her rank as an Alberta Teacher - public education is a home-grown priority in our household.What that means at the Board table:
✅ Put more dollars into classrooms and front‑line supports.
✅ Insist on clear, timely communication with parents and communities.
✅ Keep debates focused on what helps students learn in real classrooms.

ENDORSEMENTS

“Norma listens with care, engages with openness, and values every parent’s voice. Through collaboration, she helps our schools grow into vibrant, supportive communities for all children.”
Andrea Krill – Parent Council Chair at Beiseker Community School
“Wishing you all the best, you are a great advocate and your communities are lucky to have you representing them.”
Linda Wellman – Calgary Catholic School Trustee for North Rocky View, Airdrie, Crossfield, Irricana, Beiseker
“We have formally endorsed Norma as our trustee candidate of choice by way of school council meeting motion.”
Kate Culp – Kathyrn School Council Chair, on behalf of Kathyrn School Council
“All the best to you Norma! You are one of a kind and appreciated tremendously for your hard work for all parents at the Kathyrn school.”
Diane Courchesne – Resident, Rocky View County
“Norma has been instrumental with getting school divisions – RVS and others – to include advocacy for modular classrooms on agendas with provincial ministers and municipal governments. She is the best person for the job...hands down.”
Allan Williams – CEO of Modus Structures
“Good luck. You do wonderful work.”
Nathan Cooper – MLA Olds, Didsbury Three Hills, Former Speaker of the House
“As the ward doubles in size, it will be important for all the communities in the new Ward 2 to have someone in the role with experience and a track record of making decisions that support our local schools and most of all, keeps our children as the focus of every decision.”
Bev Lapeare – Previous Rocky View Schools Trustee, Representing Indus Langdon and Rural Chestermere
“She really is the best!”
Mahdieh Hossini – Crossfield Elementary School Parent
“I’ve communicated with Norma Lang on several occasions mainly about the proposed New School site in Vista Crossing. She responds quickly, with updates, plans and any other information that’s asked of her. Without question, she has represented Crossfield very well and she lives here.”
Billy Booth – Resident of Crossfield
“I would encourage anyone who has any questions or concerns to sit down with Norma, she takes a measured approach to every issue considering the pros and cons of each point. She has done an excellent job as trustee and definitely has the rural schools well represented.”
Mike Vang – SAIT Instructor
“Norma has been a strong representative of RVS on our chamber team and has been the visionary behind our now annual regional career fair. Her hard work and dedication to Career Education and building partnerships has benefited students from our community and the entire region.”
Melissa Gagyi – Crossfield Chamber of Commerce Executive Director

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Three Beiseker Area Trustees - Wendy Metzger, Jeanette Richter, and Norma Lang

FUTURE PLANS

This role is my passion and I’m making a full-time commitment to it. Recent wins in Career Education and modular advocacy happened because I could devote the time and energy required.Next big project: Build an Agriculture (Ag) Program or School within RVS — potential partners could include Ag for Life, Airdrie Food Bank, Crossfield & Madden Food Bank, Garden of Hope, Kathyrn School, 4-H, and others to deliver learning through an agricultural lens. I was disappointed to see “The Farm” program close and will work to rebuild and expand hands-on, community-rooted Ag learning under the public-school umbrella.Goals for the next term:✅ Become a valued member of the Langdon, rural Chestermere and Indus communities✅ Continue multi‑year modernizations and equitable investment beyond the three large urban centres (Airdrie, Cochrane, Chestermere).✅ Continue to serve on provincial committees (TEBA, ASEBP) to support system‑level funding and wellness.✅ Work with invested community partners to develop an Ag School or Program somewhere in Ward 2.✅ Secure a new school in Crossfield with sustained advocacy to keep it at the top of the capital list.✅ Advocate within the Board and RVS for a fulsome parent transportation survey before any further service level changes or costs are considered.

NORMA'S RECORD

Norma has dedicated her time and skills to building strong schools and strong communities1) Created and Led the Crossfield Career Fair• Built a unique career fair model that brings employers alongside post‑secondaries and agencies to strengthen career education — a core RVS learning priority.• Partnerships forged: Crossfield Chamber, W.G. Murdoch School, Rocky View Schools, and Chinook’s Edge School Division.• Year 1: ~500 attendees; Year 2: 700+ attendees with 30+ employers and 15 post‑secondary/career agencies.• Secured grants for two years; if re‑elected, will deliver another fair in 2026.2) Space for Students: Modular Classroom Advocacy• Personally built strategic relationships with Modus Structures (Alberta modular manufacturer) with three facility tours.• Successfully persuaded RVS to actively advocate for modular classrooms as a key part of Space for Students — now reflected in RVS and City of Airdrie advocacy.

& MORE...

• Budget advocacy: Voted against the most recent RVS budget because it did not direct enough resources to classrooms, publicly elevating the issue.• Funding formula win: Helped implement a 2‑year (vs 3‑year) Weighted Moving Average (WMA) to improve funding levels at RVS.• Capital & facilities: Led and supported work toward Langdon’s new high school and the first artificial turf on the east side of the division; supported modernization at Indus School and recent BCS modernization (summer completion).• Boundary engagement: Co‑led meaningful community engagement in Langdon as Horseshoe Crossing High School opened; feedback from families changed the division’s initial direction.• Board leadership model: Implemented a more shared Board leadership approach.• Provincial representation: Elected by trustees province‑wide to serve on TEBA and ASEBP committees.• Community service: Countless families helped with transportation, specialized supports, and school‑family problem solving.

HOW TO VOTE

Eligibility: You can vote if you’re 18+, a Canadian citizen, and live in Rocky View County, the Town of Crossfield, the Town of Irricana, or the Village of Beiseker on Election Day (October 20, 2025). Not sure which municipality you live in? Check your property tax bill, utility bill, or use your municipal office’s website to confirm.Advance Vote: Oct 6–11, 10:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m. You may vote at any advance station; use the interactive map to see all available stations.Election Day: Mon, Oct 20, 10:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m. Eligible voters must vote at the station assigned within their municipality.
Find details here:
Crossfield
Irricana
Beiseker
Rocky View CountyBring ID: One piece of government ID with your name and current address (e.g., Alberta driver’s licence).Note: School-trustee ballots are not included in special (mail-in) ballot packages. Be sure to vote in person (Advance or Election Day) to cast your Rocky View Schools trustee vote.

On October 20 — ask for the Trustee ballot and re-elect: Norma Lang.I acknowledge that my family and I live, work, and serve on Treaty 7 territory — the traditional lands of the Blackfoot Confederacy (Siksika, Piikani, Kainai), the Tsuut’ina Nation, and the Stoney Nakoda Nations (Chiniki, Bearspaw, Goodstoney) — and the homeland of the Métis Nation of Alberta, Region 3. I honour the enduring relationships Indigenous Peoples have with this land and commit to listening, building respectful partnerships, supporting Indigenous learners and staff, and advancing reconciliation in our schools.Copyright: ©2025 Norma Lang. All rights reserved.

ENDORSEMENTS

"Norma listens with care, engages with openness, and values every parent’s voice. Through collaboration, she helps our schools grow into vibrant, supportive communities for all children."
Andrea Krill – Parent Council Chair at Beiseker Community School"Wishing you all the best, you are a great advocate and your communities are lucky to have you representing them."
Linda Wellman – Calgary Catholic School Trustee for North Rocky View, Airdrie, Crossfield, Irricana, Beiseker“Norma is a student-centred advocate for every school she represents, pressing for the unique needs of each of these communities. We have formally endorsed Norma as our trustee candidate of choice by way of school council meeting motion.”
Kate Culp – Kathyrn School Council Chair, on behalf of Kathyrn School Council"All the best to you Norma! You are one of a kind and appreciated tremendously for your hard work for all parents at the Kathyrn school."
Diane Courchesne – Resident, Rocky View County"Norma Lang is a hard-working school trustee in the province of Alberta and she has been instrumental with getting school divisions – RVS and others – to include advocacy for modular classrooms on agendas with provincial ministers and municipal governments. The work isn’t done, but her efforts have supported getting more modulars built and ready for students in Alberta. She is the best person for the job...hands down."
Allan Williams – CEO of Modus Structures"Good luck. You do wonderful work."
Nathan Cooper – MLA Olds, Didsbury Three Hills, Former Speaker of the House"I had a chance to work closely with Norma Lang when we served together as school trustees. I believe her strong work ethic, her knowledge and experience are the right choice for us in this trustee election. As the ward doubles in size, it will be important for all the communities in the new Ward 2 to have someone in the role with experience and a track record of making decisions that support our local schools and most of all, keeps our children as the focus of every decision."
Bev Lapeare – Previous Rocky View Schools Trustee, Representing Indus Langdon and Rural Chestermere"She really is the best!"
Mahdieh Hossini – Crossfield Elementary School Parent"I’ve communicated with Norma Lang on several occasions mainly about the proposed New School site in Vista Crossing. She responds quickly, with updates, plans and any other information that’s asked of her. Without question, she has represented Crossfield very well and she lives here."
Billy Booth – Resident of Crossfield"I would encourage anyone who has any questions or concerns to sit down with Norma, she takes a measured approach to every issue considering the pros and cons of each point. She has done an excellent job as trustee and definitely has the rural schools well represented."
Mike Vang – SAIT Instructor"Norma has been a strong representative of RVS on our chamber team and has been the visionary behind our now annual regional career fair. Her hard work and dedication to Career Education and building partnerships has benefited students from our community and the entire region."
Melissa Gagyi – Crossfield Chamber of Commerce Executive Director

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CREDENTIALS

Relevant Education and Experience✅ Bachelor of Commerce Degree
✅ Business Analyst with the City of Calgary
✅ Community Building Coordinator, Town of Drumheller
✅ Economic Development Officer, Town of Crossfield
✅ Experienced politician and two-term Town Councillor
✅ Currently serving on several RVS committees including as Chair or Labour Relations
✅ Current member of two provincial education committees:
-TEBA (Teacher Employer Bargaining Association)
-ASEBP (Alberta School Employee Benefit Plan)
(opportunity to influence as the provincial level and advocate for our community’s priorities)

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