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Board of Education Member, Prince George's County

District 2

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Election
Nov 3, 2026

What this office does: A board of education member helps set policy, approve the budget and hire the superintendent of the county's public schools.

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  • Terence J. CleggNo party listed

    • Supports the Blueprint for Maryland's Future.
    • Supports bell-to-bell restrictions on student cellphones.
    • Opposes school closures except as a last resort.
    • Supports parent input on library books without overriding librarians.
    • Supports after-school math tutoring and intervention programs.

  • Caroline Decaire-GoldinNo party listed

    • Supports teacher pay competitive with neighboring districts.
    • Supports programs that grow educators from the local community.
    • Pledges equitable resources for students with disabilities and English learners.
    • Supports accelerated learning for students ready for more.
    • Pledges focus on middle and high school academic outcomes.

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