2024-2025
VP of Finance
Candidates
Congratulations to Lenora1
VP of Finance Candidates' Forum
Please see below for video recordings of the VP of Finance Candidates' Forum, which was held on April 23, at our Representative Assembly Meeting.
Opening Speeches
Question and Answer Period
Question 1: What is your vision for the STA's financial future, and how do you plan to achieve it?
Question 2: What steps will you take to communicate financial information and decisions to the organization's members?
Closing Remarks
Katie Groskopf
Katie has been a teacher for 12 years, half of those with Regina Catholic School Division in high school and the other half with Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools in elementary school. As the current Chair for the Constitution and Policy Committee for the STA, Katie was worked hard to build an understanding of the STA Finances in order to develop sound policy. She hopes to extend her knowledge of financial practices and to act on the policies she has co-created by working as the Vice-President of Finance. Katie has an eye for detail and a rule-following nature that would be well-suited to the role and responsibilities of the Vice-President of Finance. She would ensure consistent, honest, and transparent communication of how the STA is allocating Member's funds. Vote Katie Groskopf for Vice-President of Finance!
Lenora Hobbs
With 13 years of experience as an educator, a Master’s degree in Education along with special education certification, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the field. Currently in my role is a resource teacher, I am committed to providing tailored support and fostering inclusive learning environments for my students. As a lifelong learner, I continuously seek out opportunities to enhance my skills and knowledge of evidence-based practices that support student needs and to continually grow my pedagogy. In addition to my classroom responsibilities, I have played an active role in chairing committees within various local associations, as well as developed and delivered impactful professional development sessions for teachers to help drive positive change in education.
Outside of education, I have years of experience in bookkeeping and financial management. Working for my family’s business and managing bookkeeping duties was a formative experience that instilled in me invaluable skills and a deep appreciation for the intricacies of financial management. In this role, I navigated the day-to-day financial operations ensuring accurate record-keeping and adherence to budgetary constraints. Balancing multiple responsibilities within the day-to-day operations of the business taught me the importance of collaboration, adaptability, and clear communication. Moreover, overseeing the financial aspects provided me with firsthand insight into the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurial endeavors, shaping my approach to problem-solving and strategic decision-making in subsequent roles.
Whether facilitating dynamic classroom discussions or optimizing financial operations, I prioritize building strong relationships and having clear and open lines of communication.