The School Achievement Slate

Sonya Mays

Sonya Mays joined the Detroit School Board in January 2017 and was elected to serve as Treasurer and Chair of the Finance Committee. Under her leadership, the District has established fiscal policies that led to three consecutive balanced budgets and the creation of a “rainy day” fund, both of which have helped the District avoid layoffs during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Misha Stallworth

Misha Stallworth is the youngest ever elected member to the Detroit School Board.  She has spent her career connecting people to the services they need.  After attending the University of Chicago and completing a service year in Los Angeles Unified School District, she returned to Detroit to serve in her home community.  Misha has brought her youth development and community organizing expertise to her role as Chair of the Board's Policy Committee and facilitated progressive policy and programming that reflect the needs of Detroit's public school community.

Iris Taylor

After a 40-year career in the DMC health system--growing from patient care to CEO of Detroit Receiving Hospital -- Dr. Iris Taylor launched her 2016 campaign to serve Detroit's Schools.  Her experience leading large complex organizations has, as Board Chair, shepherded the board's work over the last four years helping to develop partners in business and government; work strategically, and launch the reform of the district.