Derek Gottlieb

Derek Gottlieb, a Professor of Education focused on accountability and governance, and Rachel White, an Associate Professor and former school board member, delve into the dynamics of local democracy in schools. They tackle the challenges of school boards as true democratic institutions, emphasizing community involvement and respectful discourse. The conversation also tackles the messy nature of public engagement and highlights the need for trained board members to foster trust and effective governance. Finally, they humorously critique the intrusion of cryptocurrency in education.