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Board of Education, Franklin County Schools

District 01

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Term
4 years
Candidates
2
Election
Nov 3, 2026

What this office does: A board of education member helps set policy, the budget and the superintendent's direction for Franklin County Schools.

Elected by the district's voters (State Board March 3, 2026 primary precinct results). Nonpartisan.

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Scott Graham

No party listed

Retired police officer

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  • Supports prevention and preparedness for safer schools
  • Supports open communication with parents, teachers and students
  • Supports accountable, taxpayer-minded use of school resources
More about Scott
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  1. Supports prevention and preparedness for safer schools

    Scott's Platform

    Campaign website · Graham for Franklin County School Board · scottgrahamfornc.com

    “Support safe, supportive school environments through prevention, preparedness, and collaboration”

  2. Supports open communication with parents, teachers and students

    Scott's Platform

    Campaign website · Graham for Franklin County School Board · scottgrahamfornc.com

    “Encourage transparent communication and respectful dialogue so parents, teachers, and students have a voice.”

  3. Supports accountable, taxpayer-minded use of school resources

    Scott's Platform

    Campaign website · Graham for Franklin County School Board · scottgrahamfornc.com

    “Promote thoughtful use of district resources with accountability, long-term planning, and respect for taxpayers.”

Meghan Jordan

No party listedIncumbent

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No documented position found.

More about Meghan

Challengers are listed first and incumbents last; otherwise candidates appear in ballot order. The Gist does not rank, rate or endorse candidates. Only positions backed by a cited source are shown; 3 issues covered in this race.