Why I'm running for Trustee.
A lot is at stake in the upcoming school board election. In recent years, student achievement has declined, school safety concerns have grown, and too much attention has been diverted from the classroom.
It's time to get Back to the Basics.
As your Trustee, I will remove politics from our schools and restore a strong focus on academic excellence, school safety, and properly funding our classrooms. Together, we can restore confidence in our school system and ensure every student receives the high-quality education they deserve.
A plan to get back to the basics.
Ben's common sense plan will get our school board focused on academics, safety, and lowering class sizes, not politics and distractions.
Restore Academic Excellence
Raise academic standards, teach financial literacy, and bring back a merit-based education system.
End the Distractions
Combat social media addiction and remove all political biases from our schools.
Protect School Safety
Restore meaningful consequences for violence and restore the School Resource Officer program.
Invest in Students & Teachers
Prioritize investment in hiring teachers, special education, and lowering class sizes.
About Ben Azar.
☑ Professional experience in economics, finance & real estate.
☑ Educational background in political science & government.
☑ Longtime community volunteer and advocate.
☑ Volunteered in YRDSB schools, supporting students.
☑ York Region District School Board graduate.
☑ Patriotic second-generation Canadian.
☑ Local resident for almost two decades.
Endorsements.
Ben's common sense vision is backed by parents, educators, elected officials and community leaders.
Melissa Lantsman
Students deserve schools that put academic excellence first. Ben Azar has proven that he is committed to bringing common sense, accountability, and a strong focus on student success to the YRDSB. As a longtime YRDSB volunteer, Ben understands the importance of supporting teachers and reducing distractions in the classroom. His professional experience in finance gives him the skills to ensure every education dollar is used responsibly.
I’m proud to endorse Ben Azar for YRDSB Trustee in Vaughan’s Wards 2 and 3, and I look forward to seeing him bring a strong voice for students, parents, and teachers to our school board.
Member of Parliament,
Thornhill (Vaughan)
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Shelley Wister-Smith
As a retired YRDSB teacher and advocate for public education, I have seen firsthand the challenges facing educators and students. I am proud to endorse Ben Azar for YRDSB Trustee.
As a volunteer in our schools, Ben understands the issues facing our students. He supports practical, common-sense policies that put students and educators first: smaller class sizes, stronger mental health and special needs supports, removing unnecessary red tape for teachers, directing more education funding into classrooms and ensuring there are consequences for school violence. I encourage all supporters of public education to vote Ben Azar for YRDSB Trustee.
District 16 (York Region)
Former OSSTF Branch President,
Robert Kolosowski
I’m excited to endorse Ben Azar for Trustee. As a current Trustee, I know strong financial oversight is essential to delivering quality education.
Ben’s professional experience in economics and finance will bring valuable expertise to oversee the YRDSB's budget and ensure education dollars are used effectively. Having volunteered in YRDSB schools, Ben also understands the needs of students and educators firsthand. Ben Azar will bring sound financial judgment, innovative ideas and an unwavering focus on putting students first.
Chair of Finance,
York Region District School Board
Hayden Lai
Former Student Trustee,
I am proud to endorse Ben Azar for YRDSB Trustee in Vaughan’s Wards 2 and 3. Having served as a Student Trustee, I know the importance of strong leadership that puts students first.
Ben has demonstrated a strong work ethic and genuine commitment to education, and I’m confident he will be a strong advocate for students, teachers, and families across York Region
York Region District School Board
Pledge your support.
With your support we can turn our plan into reality.
