“Our district is facing a pivotal moment academically and financially which requires experienced leadership, data driven decisions and measurable outcomes for all of our students. The emotional wellbeing and academic success of our children is central to this community and why I’m running for school board.”
EXPERIENCED LEADER
DATA DRIVEN
COMMON SENSE SOLUTIONS
MEET TODD WHITE
Todd was raised by two public school teachers in Columbus, Ohio and holds a Masters degree in Aeronautical Engineering. He has managed a global team of a similar size and budget as MISD and currently works as a test flight pilot. Todd and his wife Yang, who holds a PhD in Chemistry, have two elementary aged children enrolled in MISD. When he is not flying, Todd enjoys volunteering with Mercer Island Rotary, Operation Nightwatch and spending time with his young family.
TODD’S PRIORITIES
KEEP ISLAND PARK
ELEMENTARY OPEN
Doesn’t make financial sense – cost savings are minimal, if any
$144-298 Million levy proposal to rebuild schools, using IP as a transitional space, needs critical financial analysis
Disrupts the social, emotional and academic health of our students
Will cause overcrowding at the remaining elementary schools
SOCIAL EMOTIONAL
WELLBEING
Increase opportunities which foster a sense of purpose and belonging in our schools
Fully fund our school counselors
Support and expand programs and clubs such as music, theater, art, drama, sports.
ACADEMIC
OPPORTUNITIES
Increase training & support for teachers in inclusive learning practices
Better identification of and support for students needing HiCap and special services
Identify and expand life skill services
Prioritize teacher instructional time and academic rigor
FINANCIAL
SUSTAINABILITY
Rebuild our General Fund – District policy is to maintain reserves of at least 8% with a target of 10%
Address declining enrollment
Determine why families are choosing other options – more than 1,100 students have withdrawn since 2019
Stabilize enrollment by attracting students back to the district and retaining existing enrollment
ENDORSED BY…
Todd White is endorsed by a long list of Mercer Island community members, Mercer Island School Board candidates, current and former City Leaders, including the current School Board President and the current Mayor of Mercer Island.
