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Learning Research Service Volunteer Engagement

Dr. Bill Whelan is Associate Professor (Physics) and Canada Research Chair in Biomedical Optics. In addition to his work at UPEI, he is also the president of the Prince Edward Island Home and School Federation. This organization involves parents and teachers working together to represent 48 schools across PEI and over 11,000 parents from King's, Queen's, and Prince Counties. They are involved with decision-making for all schools with regards to curriculum content, class size, school and school bus safety, health, school closures, fees, and other important issues.

Dr. Whelan is responsible for leading the Federation, liaising with school boards and government, and advocating for the best education system for children and youth on Prince Edward Island.