Sherri Moore runs for Thames Valley District School Board trustee

Sherri Moore is campaigning for a trustee seat on the Thames Valley District School Board while the board remains under provincial supervision.

The candidacy comes at a time of significant governance instability for the board, which serves London and surrounding communities in Ontario. Because the province has moved to cut powers for trustees, the election creates a tension between the desire for local representation and the reality of provincial oversight.

Candidate registration for the trustee elections opened on May 1, 2026 ^[1]. The elections are slated to take place in the fall of 2026. Moore is pursuing the role despite the fact that the board is one of eight school boards in Ontario currently under provincial supervision ^[2].

Provincial supervision is typically imposed over governance concerns. While the exact date for the end of this supervision remains unclear, Moore said she can still champion public education during her tenure. Her bid for office follows reports that school trustees are split on whether to seek election bids given the current restrictions on their authority.

The Thames Valley District School Board continues to operate under these constraints while candidates prepare for the autumn vote. Moore's decision to run highlights a push for local advocacy even as the provincial government maintains a tighter grip on board operations.