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Ralph Sorochan was elected to the board in October 2021 and serves residents in Fort Saskatchewan. Sorochan possesses a strong working knowledge of EIPS schools, processes, and local communities have worked as a teacher, principal, and director for 33 years. His focus is on working together with students, staff, parents, and the community to achieve overall student success and create a student-centered educational experience, including strong advocacy for inclusive education and individual diversity. Having worked directly with Indigenous communities for 18 years, he's a strong supporter of First Nation, Métis, and Inuit student success across Alberta.

Sorochan strives to ensure the families of Fort Saskatchewan are heard and their feedback is considered in decision-making. He believes teachers are the experts on curriculum and pedagogy and respects parents as first partners, who are the experts when it comes to their children.

Sorochan and his family have lived in Fort Saskatchewan for 16 years. In his spare time, he's a musician, fisherman, woodworker, charcuterie, and avid reader.