Barbara A. White
Candidate for City of Staunton School Board
Background
- Occupation
- Special education advocate; former business owner
Vice chair of the Staunton City Schools Special Education Advisory Committee. Spent 18 years at a Fortune 500 company and founded a business; a 1987 graduate of Robert E. Lee High School, now Staunton High School.
Photo: Candidate-submitted photo — Cardinal News voter guide
Documented positions
Taxes & budget
Supports timelines and public reporting for school improvement funds.
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“Any public funds approved for school improvements should include clear timelines, regular financial reporting and opportunities for community oversight.”
Education
Supports a school facilities plan prioritized by safety and urgency.
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“I would support a long-term facilities plan that prioritizes projects according to safety, urgency and their effect on student learning.”
Supports preventive maintenance to avoid classroom disruptions.
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“I would also advocate for preventive maintenance and clear contingency plans”
All sources (3)
- Candidate list, November 3, 2026 General Election: City of Staunton (all offices)
Election filing · Virginia Department of Elections · elections.virginia.gov
- Sample ballot, November 3, 2026 General and Special Elections: City of Staunton
Election filing · City of Staunton Electoral Board · ci.staunton.va.us
- How to vote in Staunton: candidate questionnaire responses (Cardinal News voter guide data)
Candidate questionnaire · Cardinal News · app.electup.com
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