Board of Education, District 4

A strong community ally for public schools, Ebony Burnett has a history of working to ensure student access to services and materials through her work with Shift_ed. She has a strong working knowledge of our school system, experience bringing the community together to advocate for public schools at the state level, and a career in which she has centered working with students – including having given thousands of fistbumps and hugs to those students. Ms. Burnett’s passion for the children, families, and public school workers of Guilford County is evident in her communication and, most importantly, in her action.

Board of Education, District 6

Incumbent Board Member Khem Irby has a history on the Board of Education of voting with public school workers a majority of the time. Ms. Irby stands in strong opposition to the state private school voucher program and recognizes the need for a cap on charter schools. She has experience working with the state-level delegation from Guilford on legislative priorities. Ms. Irby is a community ally member of NCAE and was an active union member when she worked in public schools.

Board of Education, At-Large

Incumbent Alan Sherouse is running for the Guilford County School Board At-Large seat. He was first endorsed by our union in 2022. He is a parent of public school students, and has aligned consistently with GCAE during his previous term. He was an important part of our most recent Kids Over Corporations campaign.

Board of Education, District 8

Incumbent Deena Hayes is running to represent District 8 on the Guilford County School Board, where she currently serves as chair. She has served on the board since 2002, and has been endorsed by our union during previous election cycles. She was awarded the Benjamin Elijah Mays Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of her commitment to representing the educational needs of urban students, and has aligned with our union's priorities many times during her service on the Board.

Board of County Commissioners, District 3

We are proud to endorse Derek Mobley because he has demonstrated a clear commitment to supporting Guilford County’s public schools, educators, and students. Mobley recognizes that strong public schools are one of the county’s most important drivers of economic growth and community success, and he has consistently advocated for investments that strengthen education. He has prioritized competitive pay and benefits for teachers and education support professionals, supported school construction and modernization projects, and acknowledged the need for local governments to help fill funding gaps when the state falls short. Mobley has also pledged to work closely with educators, parents, and school leaders to address learning loss, improve school facilities, and ensure that Guilford County Schools can attract and retain high-quality employees. His understanding of the challenges facing public education and his commitment to making schools a county priority make him a strong partner for public school workers and the students we serve.

Board of County Commissioners, District 1

We are proud to endorse Carlvena Foster for Guilford County Board of Commissioners District 1 because she has demonstrated a lifelong commitment to supporting children, families, and public education. Before serving as a County Commissioner, Foster served on the Guilford County Board of Education, where she championed policies to expand educational opportunities for students. Throughout her public service career, she has remained a strong advocate for youth development, community engagement, and investments that strengthen schools and the services students rely on. As a County Commissioner and Vice Chair of the Board, she has continued to support collaboration between county government and Guilford County Schools, recognizing that strong public schools are essential to thriving communities and economic opportunity. Her extensive experience in education, child development, and public service, combined with her commitment to putting community needs first, makes her a trusted partner for educators, school employees, students, and families across Guilford County.

NC House District 57

Representative Tracy Clark has served in the NC House of Representatives representing District 57 since 2024. She is a strong supporter of public schools, filing bills to support Guilford County Schools in particular. Her legislative priorities include strengthening public education, preventing gun violence, and protecting reproductive freedom. Representative Clark has met with educators on NCAE Lobby Days and will coordinate school visits when asked.

NC House District 58

Amos Quick has consistently demonstrated a strong commitment to public education, educators, and the students and families they serve. Before representing District 58 in the General Assembly, Quick spent 12 years on the Guilford County Board of Education, giving him firsthand experience with the opportunities and challenges facing our public schools. Since joining the legislature, he has continued to advocate for strong public schools, fair compensation for educators, and greater opportunities for every student. GCAE believes educators need a proven advocate who understands the classroom, listens to the concerns of school employees, and will work to strengthen public education. Amos Quick has earned our support through his experience, leadership, and longstanding commitment to the Guilford County community.

NC House District 59

Dr. Elma Hairston has demonstrated a strong and consistent commitment to strengthening North Carolina’s public schools, supporting educators, and ensuring students have the resources they need to succeed. Hairston supports increasing public education funding, raising teacher salaries to competitive levels, providing living wages for all school employees, expanding early childhood education, protecting public dollars for public schools, and limiting the diversion of taxpayer funds through private school vouchers. She has also pledged to advocate for universal school meals, invest in educator retention, and work collaboratively with education advocates to advance policies that benefit students, educators, and communities. She understands that strong public schools are essential to building a thriving workforce and a stronger North Carolina, making her a strong ally for public education and the values championed by educators.

NC House District 60

Before serving on the High Point City Council, Amanda Cook was a public school dance teacher and a member of GCAE. She has won election to High Point City Council At-Large – a district that is larger than the House District she is running to represent. She started her campaign early, and since last spring has been putting in the work on fundraising, knocking doors, and building the political relationships that she will need to win. Cook has actively sought out organizations to govern and build with. She has committed to monthly People’s Bench gatherings, meeting quarterly if elected, and making key decisions together with working people’s organizations.

NC House District 61

We are proud to endorse Pricey Harrison because of her longstanding commitment to public education, educators, and North Carolina’s students. Throughout her legislative service, Harrison has consistently championed policies that strengthen public schools, including increased investment in education, restoration of teacher benefits and incentives, competitive educator pay, and universal school meals for students. She has pledged to continue fighting efforts that divert resources away from public schools, supports lifting barriers to collective bargaining, and has been a vocal advocate for protecting educators’ professional autonomy and ensuring schools remain welcoming and inclusive for all students. Her proven record of leadership, collaboration, and unwavering support for public education makes her a trusted ally for educators and the communities they serve.

NC Senate District 26

Dr. Steve Luking is running to represent NC Senate District 26. His legislative priorities will be expanding access to healthcare for all North Carolinians, prioritizing public education funding that stays in public schools, and restoring integrity to North Carolina politics. Dr. Luking is committed to meeting with educators on a regular basis and visiting schools across Senate District 26.

NC Senate District 27

We are proud to endorse Michael Garrett for State Senate District 27 because he has consistently demonstrated a strong commitment to North Carolina’s public schools, educators, and working families. As a graduate of Guilford County Schools and a longtime advocate for public education, Garrett has championed increased investments in public schools, fought for higher teacher pay and improved educator benefits, and supported policies that strengthen opportunities for students across our state. Throughout his service in the Senate, he has worked to restore dignity to the teaching profession, improve school funding, and ensure that North Carolina’s economic growth translates into meaningful investments in education rather than continued neglect of our schools.

NC Senate District 28

We are proud to endorse Gladys Robinson for State Senate District 28 because she has been a steadfast champion for public education, educators, and students throughout her years of service in the North Carolina Senate. Senator Robinson has consistently fought for increased funding for public schools, supported full implementation of the Leandro education funding plan, advocated for stronger investments in higher education and HBCUs, and worked to expand opportunities for students across North Carolina. As a member of the Senate’s Education and Higher Education committees and the Joint Legislative Oversight Committee on Education, she has used her leadership position to elevate the needs of schools, educators, and communities. Her commitment to educational equity, fair funding, and ensuring every student has access to a high-quality public education aligns closely with the values of public school employees and the communities we serve.

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