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City of Newport News School Board
Central District
- Vote for
- 1
- Term
- 4 years
- Candidates
- 2
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
What this office does: The school board runs City of Newport News's public schools, hires the superintendent and adopts the school budget.
Education
Adina R. RiveraNo party listed
- Proposes reversing policy JB-P on student gender identity.
- Supports turning off cell phones during class.
Lisa R. Surles-LawNo party listed
- Supports limiting personal cell phone use in class.
- Supports competitive teacher salaries.
Roads & infrastructure
Adina R. RiveraNo party listed
No documented position found.
Lisa R. Surles-LawNo party listed
- Proposes working with the city on aging school buildings.
Government & transparency
Adina R. RiveraNo party listed
- Pledges public notice of board decisions for parents.
Lisa R. Surles-LawNo party listed
No documented position found.
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