District Education Authorities
The Sahtú Divisional Education Council (SDEC) was established in 1989. The mandate of the SDEC is to provide a quality junior kindergarten to grade 12 education to approximately 496 students in the communities of Délı̨nę, Tułı́t'a, Tłegǫ́hłı̨, Rádelįhkǫ́, and K‘áhbamí túé. The SDEC is composed of one representative from each of the five community-based District Education Authorities (DEAs). DEAs are elected, acclaimed, or appointed by the community, and each DEA elects one of its members to represent them at the regional SDEC meetings.
The SDEC is responsible for the provision of publicly funded education within the jurisdiction according to all relevant statutes and regulations and using funds provided by the Government of the Northwest Territories. The SDEC provides facilities, transportation, programs and services and management of risk associated with the operations of the school division.
Governance Structure and Elections
- Heather Bourassa, Chairperson
- David Codzi, Trustee & Alternate Chairperson, K‘áhbamí túé | Colville Lake
- Brenda Baptiste, Trustee, Délı̨nę | Deline
- Jacinta Grandjambe, Trustee, Rádelįhkǫ́ | Fort Good Hope
- Lynda MacCauley, Trustee, Tłegǫ́hłı̨ | Norman Wells
- Sally Horassi, Trustee, Tułı́t'a | Tulita
Sahtú governance elections are held on a three-year cycle and the term began in November 2024. Community District Education Authorities (DEAs) can be either elected through a democratic voting process or acclaimed if insufficient candidates put forward their name during the election. DEA members can also be appointed to a membership position if a vacancy occurs during the term of the sitting DEA. The SDEC follows the elections procedures outlined in the NWT Elections Act and in accordance with Municipal and Community Affairs (MACA) policy and procedure. They hold monthly DEA meetings which are open to community members to attend.
We value your voice! Don't hesitate to get in touch with your DEA Chair or school secretary to determine the date and time of the next monthly public meeting."
