Nashville, Tenn. (TN Tribune)-Robert Taylor won the Democratic primary for the District 1 Metro Nashville Public Schools board seat on Tuesday, beating LaTonya Winfrey and Dominque McCord-Cotton.
District 1 is the largest in Davidson County by area. It encompasses the Northwest side of the county extending up to Joelton. The district is home to Whites Creek High School, Maplewood High School, and East Nashville High. In 2021, the school board race is partisan, and with incumbent Sharon Gentry opting not to seek reelection, three Democrats and one Republican have entered the race.
Part of Taylor’s platform focused on enhancing educational opportunities for all students, fostering a supportive learning environment, and promoting transparency within the school system. Taylor, a 46-year-old Democrat, moved to Nashville 25 years ago to attend Fisk University. He is currently an instructor at Meharry Medical College, where he teaches public health. Prior to his current position, he worked as a family involvement specialist for the Whites Creek Cluster of MNPS schools. This experience shaped his belief in the importance of accountability for school funding and the need for parents and community partners to be involved in decision-making processes.