That Saturday Morning That Changed Everything

It was a regular Saturday morning in Toronto. I was volunteering as a youth basketball coach at a community sports centre. A nine-year-old girl caught my attention, she was quiet, much smaller than her peers, and her eyes carried a hidden worry.

After a few sessions, I noticed her mood swings, sometimes aggressive, sometimes completely withdrawn. Through deeper conversations with her parents, I learned the family was going through a major crisis, and the school had no idea what was happening at home.

I reached out to the school counselor, shared my observations, and together we created a support plan. Three months later, Xiaolin was smiling again on the court.

That’s When I Realized Something

Parents, schools, and the community must truly work as one to protect every child’s growth. This isn’t the responsibility of just one party, it’s everyone’s responsibility.

As someone who’s spent years working with kids in the community, I feel I have both the ability and the obligation to do something about this. So I decided to step up and run for Toronto District School Board (TDSB) Trustee.

I’m Not a Politician

I’m a coach, an ordinary person who’s been working in the community for over a decade. I know how to talk to kids. I know what parents care about. I know what’s really happening in schools.

I’m not good at politics, but I’m good at getting things done. I’ll bring that same approach to the school board, understand the problems for real, then fix them.

Bill Wu — Bio
– 20-year resident of Ward 9
– 15+ years coaching youth sports
– Electrical Engineering major
– Strong logical thinking and problem-solving skills