Ashe County Board of Education

Last updated Sat, Nov 7, 4:33 PM ET

4 candidates · General election, November 3, 2026

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

Dianne Eldreth

Republican
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Shane E. Little

Republican
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Jamie McNeill

Democrat
Not enough public record yet to place on the left–right scale.

Janet Ward

Republican
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Quick answers

Who is running for Ashe County Board of Education in 2026?
Dianne Eldreth (Republican), Shane E. Little (Republican), Jamie McNeill (Democrat) and Janet Ward (Republican).
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 Ashe County Board of Education 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.

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