Jonathan Light: Safe, respectful learning for all Springfield students

Jonathan Light, 69 

Incumbent, Position 3

Springfield School Board

■ Hometown: Springfield

■ Family, Married 

■ Partner occupation: Retired … children, Gavin, 37 and Bria, 36 

■ Employer, occupation: Retired 

■ Public sector work: Teacher for 15 years

■ Private sector work experience: Business owner for 15 years

■ Elected office held: school board from 2001-’16 and 2021-present

■ Leadership style: Inclusive

■ At your best: Creative 

■ At your worst: Impatient