Jalisa White

How would you define equity?

How would you ensure that budgets and other resources are equitably distributed across a school district?

Implicit biases against Black and brown children cause them to experience harsher discipline than their white counterparts while issues like disability, histories of poverty, and abuse or neglect are often ignored.

As a school board member, what steps would you take to ensure that all students have access to the support and resources needed to address these systemic issues and create more inclusive school cultures?

Research shows that the presence of school resource officers (SROs) can lead to disparate discipline for Black and Brown students.

As a school board member, how would you balance school safety needs with the adoption of restorative, non-punitive discipline practices?

U.S. history is incomplete without acknowledging the legacy of discrimination and lived experiences of historically marginalized communities.

Do you believe students have the right to read and learn, free from viewpoint-based censorship?

Do you support this statement - “Schools should be inclusive of all students, regardless of a student’s gender identity or sexual orientation, immigration status, disability, socioeconomic status, etc.”

Why or why not?

Would you support a school district wide policy that affirmed the rights and full inclusion of LGBTQ+ children and staff?

How would you address bullying or discrimination occurring in schools in your district?

Do you support the widespread availability of translated materials for students and their families who speak English as a second language?

Do you support the widespread availability of translators for students and families at school meetings and events?

Do you believe Delaware’s schools need more teacher and administrator diversity?

Why or Why not?

As a school board member, what would you commit to do to address the lead in water issues in your school district?

How would you work with community members to ensure the health and safety of students and staff?