Westonka School Board Candidate Forum: September 18, 2025
West Tonka School Board candidate introductions and platforms
School board duties and responsibilities
Cross-party collaboration and consensus building
Safety and security in schools
Implementation of Read Act curriculum
Multi-tiered system of support and mental health integration
Fiscal health and bond project updates
Artificial intelligence in the classroom
Inclusive school culture and equitable opportunities
Full Document Analysis
Notable Quotes (3)
The school board are not the administrators, right? You let the administration administrate. You let the teachers teach.
If we are going to be able to work to build consensus and to have our students do well, we have to be able to take differing perspectives and bring them together.
You can do just about anything with AI. And I think you got to try to find that balance where you can use it for certain things, but you got to be able to think through on your own.
People (6)
Peg DubourVice PresidentOpening the forum and explaining nonpartisan policies.
Opening the forum and explaining nonpartisan policies.
William JohnsonModeratorFacilitating the forum and enforcing rules for candidates.
Facilitating the forum and enforcing rules for candidates.
Brian CarlsonSchool Board MemberIncumbent, did not attend due to a business trip.
Incumbent, did not attend due to a business trip.
Lauren D. DavisSchool Board MemberRetired pastor, 12-year board veteran, former student.
Retired pastor, 12-year board veteran, former student.
Liz ConReading SpecialistFirst-time candidate, emphasizes literacy and Read Act.
First-time candidate, emphasizes literacy and Read Act.
Gary W. WalnerSchool Board MemberSeeking 5th term, 16 years of experience.
Seeking 5th term, 16 years of experience.
Places Mentioned
Events & Meetings (1)
- 2025 West Tonka School Board Candidate Forum