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Board of Education, Watauga County Schools

District 01

Vote for
1
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 Watauga County Schools.

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

Education

  • Yolanda AdamsNo party listed

    • Supports stronger family engagement in school decisions
    • Supports sustainable funding and protecting essential school positions
  • Ellen LamontNo party listed

    • Opposes private school vouchers; supports more state school funding
    • Supports livable wages and professional autonomy for teachers
    • Pledges to protect schools from political interference

Health & human services

  • Yolanda AdamsNo party listed

    • Pledges to prioritize student mental health and educator workloads
  • Ellen LamontNo party listed

    No documented position found.

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