School board

Board of Education, Wake County Schools

District 01

Vote for: 1
Term: 4 years
Candidates: 3
Election: Nov 3, 2026

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

Elected by the district's voters (State Board November 5, 2024 general election precinct results, other seats of the same board). Nonpartisan.

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Jasmine Zavala

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Pledges resources and support for every child countywide

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Pledges resources and support for every child countywide
Democrat Jasmine Zavala Files for Wake County Board of Education – District 1
Campaign website · Jasmine for Wake · jasmineforwakeschools.com
“ensuring every child, no matter their background, or where they live in our county, receives the resources and support they need to succeed.”

Sebrina Pierce

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Bonnie Greaves

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Pledges to strengthen special education and retain teachers

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Pledges to strengthen special education and retain teachers
Who's Running For Wake County School Board in 2026
News coverage · INDY Week · Jul 17, 2026 · indyweek.com
“every child—regardless of their learning needs—receives the support they need to thrive, and every teacher feels valued enough to stay”

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