The Ministry of Education is pleased to announce the 2024-25 Youth Council. This dynamic group of leaders were chosen to represent the voices of Saskatchewan's youth and they play an important role in helping to shape the province's education system.This year's Youth Council consists of 12 exceptional students from Grades 10 to 12 who will advise the Ministry of Education on various education-related priorities.
The 2024-25 Provincial Youth Council members for West Central are:
Grace Bosch Grade 12
Grace has been a member of the Student Leadership Council with Chinook School Division since 2022. She is passionate about competitive volleyball, whether during the high school season or club season. Additionally, she has studied Royal Conservatory music for several years. Grace is committed to giving back to her school and community through involvement in the Student Representative Council (SRC), Yearbook Committee, or the local Recreation Board. She also enjoys the leadership role that lifeguarding at the local swimming pool has afforded her. Living in a small town has allowed Grace the privilege of working on both her family's farm and ranch. Finally, she has a passion for experiencing new cultures and foods, which has fueled her love for travel. Grace is excited about the 2024-25 Youth Council term, where she looks forward to creating new connections, developing her presentation and problem-solving skills and learning more about the inner workings of her educational system
Tari Wenzel Grade 12,
Tari has a wide range of interests, including hiking, cross-country skiing and nature photography. She also loves reading and is deeply committed to learning. Tari’s ability to balance her diverse interests helps her be a good listener and fosters continuous growth. Her adventurous spirit has led her to wake up at 5 a.m. to experience sunrises on mountain tops and create friendships across the country. Her passion for travel has resulted in a never-ending bucket list of activities and places to explore. Being a part of the Youth Council for the 2024-25 term excites her because it provides an opportunity to represent rural youth and offer a perspective rooted in smalltown community life. Tari is equally excited about connecting with youth across the province to achieve various goals.
The Youth Council members recently gathered in Saskatoon for an orientation. During the session, they learned about their roles and responsibilities and participated in a discussion on the Provincial Education Plan.
"The insights provided by our youth are essential for guiding and shaping policies that directly impact their education and future," Education Minister Jeremy Cockrill said. "I am confident that this year's council will bring fresh perspectives that will help us continue to improve and adapt our education system."