In this episode, we speak with Dr. Phelton Moss, an Assistant Professor at VCU and a school board member in Prince George’s County, Maryland. A former teacher and principal, Dr Moss shares his journey from education and academia to public service. We discuss the significant challenges of his campaign, which required raising over $70,000, and the vital importance of authentic community engagement. Dr. Moss also reflects on what keeps him motivated to do this difficult but essential work. This is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of education, policy, and community leadership. Find the episode on Apple, Spotify, and Substack under Seats of Change: The Future of School Boards.
Resources:
Collins, J. (2021). Should School Boards Be in Charge? The Effects of Exposure to Participatory and Deliberative School Board Meetings. Peabody Journal of Education, 96(3), 341–355. https://doi.org/10.1080/0161956X.2021.1943239
National Student Board Member Association,
S-BYE (School Board and Youth Engagement Lab), Teachers College, Columbia University, https://www.tc.columbia.edu/sbye/
