Mark Perry

My name is Scott Woods‑Fehr, and I am seeking your vote to continue representing you as PSTA President for another two‑year term.

Since 2002, I have worked across a range of roles from classroom teacher to special education teacher in K–12 schools. These experiences have given me a deep understanding of the day‑to‑day realities our members face and shaped my ability to advocate thoughtfully and effectively on behalf of Prairie Spirit teachers.

Stepping into the role of PSTA President brought a steep learning curve as I shifted from classroom teacher to association leader. The work demanded a new set of skills: navigating complex agreements and professional relationships, and balancing member needs with the collective good. Now in my sixth year as President, I bring confidence, clarity, and collaboration to the role, supported by a strong working knowledge of the PSTA Constitution and both local and provincial agreements. This foundation allows me to respond quickly and effectively to member concerns.

I’ve always believed in the power of collective action and in the essential role organizations like the PSTA play in giving teachers a strong, unified voice. That conviction drew me to the association early in my career, as the only substitute teacher who regularly attended representative assemblies. In 2009, I was elected as an STF Councillor, a role I held for over a decade before being elected PSTA President in 2020.

Through nearly 17 years on the PSTA Executive and close to six years as President, I have seen significant changes in education both locally and provincially. This experience has strengthened my understanding of our local association’s work and its relationship with Prairie Spirit School Division.

As President, I am seconded 100% from my teaching position, allowing me to be fully available and responsive to the needs and concerns of PSTA members. I make a point of visiting schools regularly to stay connected, listen directly to members, and ensure my work remains firmly grounded in the daily realities of Prairie Spirit classrooms.

I have also worked to strengthen the PSTA’s systems and practices, including transitioning our email, documents, and website from PSSD‑managed platforms to independent services. Throughout these changes, the Executive and I have remained committed to fiscal responsibility. While membership fees have fluctuated over time, in recent years they have remained at or below the 2014-15 rate.

When challenges arise that affect our members, I believe the PSTA President must respond quickly and decisively. Over the past two years, I have continued to work closely with the PSTA Executive, PSSD Senior Administration, STF leadership, and other local associations to address concerns and advocate effectively. I’ve expanded our membership email list and used surveys to ensure teachers’ voices are clearly heard and documented when decisions impact our working conditions. With recent STF bylaw changes making all Prairie Spirit substitute teachers members of the PSTA, I look forward to ensuring this shift strengthens our association and brings meaningful benefits to all members.

As PSTA President, I am committed to maintaining the positive, open relationship our association has built with the Board and Division staff, while continuing to advocate strongly for the needs of teachers.

The work we do together through the PSTA shapes the future of our profession and strengthens the collective voice of teachers across Prairie Spirit. I am grateful for the trust you have placed in me and remain deeply committed to advocating for your well‑being. I hope to continue this work on your behalf as PSTA President.
Your vote matters. Please re‑elect Scott as PSTA President and ensure strong representation for the next two years.

We can do better, and I’m ready to lead this work.

As your next President, I recognize that I work for and represent YOU. You deserve to know exactly what that leadership will look like.  I am committed to:

ACCOUNTABILITY of the President’s Time

• Making the work of the President visible, purposeful, and clearly connected to member needs.
• Reporting weekly and monthly on how my time is used. The President’s role is fully funded by member fees. You deserve transparency in how that time is spent.
• Maintaining an office at division office to build strong working relationships and respond quickly to emerging issues.
• Regularly visiting all Prairie Spirit schools to stay connected with members, meet with school staff representatives, and understand the diverse working conditions across our division.

ADVOCATING for Members

• Communicating clearly and respectfully with all stakeholders — the school division, school board, and elected officials — while firmly representing member interests.
• Championing the understanding that your working conditions are students’ learning conditions.
• Hearing and advocating for all teachers, including Indigenous and racialized teachers, substitute teachers, new teachers, 2SLGBTQ+ teachers, and specialized teachers such as LSTs and CSTs.

STRENGTHENING Our Organization

• Developing a clear strategic plan that builds member knowledge, engagement, and collective capacity.
• Embedding meaningful Truth and Reconciliation actions into our work as a local.
• Positioning our local to be prepared and united for the next round of LINC bargaining and empowering members to advocate collectively.
• Strengthening connections between Prairie Spirit teachers and the STF.
• Reviewing and refining governance policies to ensure members are properly represented.
• Empowering school reps to be strong, school-based leaders and revamping the Representative Assemblies to better gather, share, and act on information from schools.

I have the experience, the skills, and the willingness to lead the Prairie Spirit Teachers’ Association with transparency, integrity, and purpose. I am ready to do this important work on your behalf.