Member of School Board District 4 (St. James Parish)

What this office does

Governs the local public school district. Sets the school budget and local school taxes, hires and oversees the superintendent, and approves curriculum, school calendars and policies.

Candidates

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Also on St. James Parish ballots

• Member of School Board District 1 (St. James Parish)
• Member of School Board District 2 (St. James Parish)
• Member of School Board District 3 (St. James Parish)
• Member of School Board District 6 (St. James Parish)

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Quick answers

Who is running for Member of School Board District 4 (St. James Parish) in 2026?

Herbrena Gordon Boudreaux (Democrat) and Marty J. Poche (Democrat).

What does this office do?

Governs the local public school district. Sets the school budget and local school taxes, hires and oversees the superintendent, and approves curriculum, school calendars and policies.

Who should I vote for in the Member of School Board District 4 (St. James Parish) race?

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When is the election?

The general election was Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Counts are unofficial until each state certifies its results over the following weeks; your state or county election office has the official results.