One seat retained, one lost on school board
District 4 School Board incumbent Debbie Jordan held her seat.
Jordan faced challenger Tony Beougher as they were among the two top vote-getters from the primary election that advanced them to the Nov. 3 General Election.
Jordan received 22,479 or 53% of the votes, and Beougher received 47%, or 19,934 votes.
“First, I want to thank the voters of District 4 for placing their trust in me and giving me the opportunity to continue serving our community,” Jordan said.
She said this campaign has been about more than winning an election.
“It has been about listening to families, teachers, school staff and community members and making sure their voices are heard,” Jordan said. “I have always believed that serving on the school board is not a part-time job. It requires commitment, accountability and a willingness to ask the hard questions and make difficult decisions.”
She said she is humbled by the support and encouragement she has received throughout the campaign.
“I also recognize that there are people who may not have voted for me, and I want them to know that I will continue working for every child and every family in Lee County,” Jordan said. “My commitment remains the same: to put students first, support our teachers and staff, and make sure our tax dollars are being used responsibly. Thank you for allowing me to continue this work.”
For District 5, Crystal Johnson beat incumbent Armor Persons with 59.07%, or 23,892 votes compared to Person’s 40.93%, or 16,555 votes.
Two of the four school board races were decided in the primary election. Board Member Sam Fisher was re-elected to the District 1 seat, while School Board Member Jada Langford Fleming was re-elected to the District 6 seat — an at-large one decided countywide.
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