Katie Bartel

CHAIR

dpac@sd33.bc.ca

Katie is a passionate mother of three daughters, including one with high support needs. Her love for her children and hope for a more inclusive future drives her work and commitment to families across the district and province. Katie has years of experience serving on PACs and is currently in her fourth year as Chair of Chilliwack DPAC. She has led initiatives that have strengthened parent engagement, supported students with diverse needs and developed greater collaboration between parents and schools. Katie is a fierce advocate and community leader devoted to ensuring all students have access to inclusive, equitable education.

Deirdre O'Connor

VICE CHAIR

dpacvp@sd33.bc.ca

Lindsey Davidson

SECRETARY

dpacsecretary@sd33.bc.ca

Lindsey is a Chilliwack parent, advocate, and community volunteer dedicated to building stronger connections between families and schools. She has served on her school PAC and now brings her experience, organization, and passion for collaboration to DPAC as Secretary. As a single mother raising a child with high support needs, Lindsey understands the challenges many families face in navigating the education system. Her lived experience fuels her commitment to advocating for inclusive practices, supporting parents, and ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive. Guided by both resilience and hope, she works to create a more connected and supportive community for all students and families in the district.