On this episode of Valley Views, Executive Director Blake Zante sits down with Dr. Bob Nelson, Assistant Professor of Educational Leadership at Fresno State and former Superintendent of Fresno Unified School District, for a thought-provoking conversation on “School Board Politics in Education: Good or Bad?”
Together, they explore the evolving role of school boards in shaping public education, examining how political dynamics at the local level influence everything from curriculum decisions to district leadership.
Drawing from his experience as a superintendent and educator, Dr. Nelson offers valuable insights into the benefits and drawbacks of political engagement in school governance—and what it means for students, teachers, and communities across the Central Valley.

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