Episode description: Kyler Sherman-Wilkins, 34, is an associate professor of sociology and a faculty affiliate in the gerontology program at Missouri State University. He is one of seven candidates running for three open spots on the Springfield Board of Education, and joined the Hauxeda to talk about issues facing the district.
About the podcast: Candidate Conversations is a podcast series where candidates for public office answer equally-prepared questions for the Hauxeda.
Seven candidates seek three open seats on the Springfield Board of Education. Incumbents Danielle Kincaid, Scott Crise and Maryam Mohammadkhani are running against challengers Landon McCarter, Susan Provance, Kyler Sherman-Wilkins and Chad Rollins. Election day is April 2.
Education reporter Joe Hadsall asked candidates same questions, which were developed with the help of our readers.