Janis White - D5 Seattle School Board Candidate

In this episode of Rainy Day Recess, hosts Christie Robertson and Cherylynne Crowther interview Janis White, a candidate for the District 5 seat on the Seattle School Board. As a lawyer who put three children through Seattle Public Schools K-12, Janis argues that school board directors have broader legal responsibilities than commonly understood - that the board, not the superintendent, is accountable for proper district operation. She advocates for restoring standing committees, particularly a finance committee, and questions the current governance model's rigidity. Key topics include her focus on inclusive classrooms for students with disabilities, her two decades of parent advocacy experience, and her call for a superintendent with a "curiosity mindset" who can address what she describes as the district's toxic culture issues. Listeners are encouraged to check out interviews with other District 5 candidates and stay informed for the upcoming elections.Timestamps:01:09 Interview start01:24 Lightning Round05:31 Main interview questions18:28 Preview of other D5 candidatesSupport the showContact us at [email protected] Day Recess music by Lester Mayo, logo by Cheryl Jenrow.