Dr. Robert Whitman has been an educator in the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) for more than 20 years. Within his career in LAUSD, his roles have included teacher, dean of students, principal, and Community of Schools Administrator. He is currently the district’s Director, Educational Transformation Officer. Through each of these experiences, he has acquired expertise that has enabled him to become a strong advocate for underserved student populations.

Throughout his career, Dr. Whitman has maintained a philosophy of “leave it better than he found it,” an attitude that inspires him to embrace challenges and take pride in his work. As a product of public schools, he remains steadfast in his belief that all students can learn and has firsthand experience—as a student and educator—that responsive public schools empower students to recognize their immeasurable potential. His diverse experiences in education have given him the ability to synthesize information and communicate in a manner that garners strong relationships with school stakeholders and community partners. Dr. Whitman recognizes the incessant nature of school reform and upholds a reflective attitude that enables him to remain committed to the work of educating all students.