Candidates vie for school board in heated election

In a recent board meeting held on August 8, the Oshkosh Area School District convened to elect a new board member to replace Liz Salaji. The meeting began with a confirmation of compliance with open meeting laws and proceeded with a roll call of board members present.

The election process was outlined by the board chair, emphasizing the need for a candidate to secure four votes to win, given the six members present. Candidates would introduce themselves for three minutes before answering a series of questions, with a structured voting process to follow. If no candidate received the required votes after two rounds, the board would pose a clarifying question to the candidates.

The first candidate to introduce herself was Molly Saltnick, an immigration attorney and a long-time resident of Oshkosh. Saltnick highlighted her extensive involvement in the school district, including her roles as a parent volunteer and PTO member. She expressed a strong commitment to advocating for literacy and educational policy changes, emphasizing the importance of supporting all students in their learning journeys.

The meeting continued with further introductions from additional candidates, as the board aimed to ensure a thorough and fair selection process. The discussions underscored the board's focus on community engagement and the critical role of educational advocacy in shaping the district's future.