Carmen Owens Garland

About this race

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.

4 candidates ran for Cherokee County Board of Education District Iii in the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Only voters in this district.

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• Jason Murphy · Republican
• Shannon D. Raper · Republican
• Joy Stein · Democrat

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What party is Carmen Owens Garland?

Carmen Owens Garland is running as an Independent.

What does the Cherokee County Board of Education District Iii seat 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 is Carmen Owens Garland running against?

Jason Murphy, Shannon D. Raper and Joy Stein, for Cherokee County Board of Education District Iii.

Should I vote for Carmen Owens Garland?

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