Transylvania 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

Bonnie Kelley

Democrat
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John Lanier

Democrat
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Chad Owen

Republican
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Shanaia Powell

Republican
Not enough public record yet to place on the left–right scale.
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Quick answers

Who is running for Transylvania County Board of Education in 2026?
Bonnie Kelley (Democrat), John Lanier (Democrat), Chad Owen (Republican) and Shanaia Powell (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 Transylvania 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.

Not sure how to decide? Read our nonpartisan guide to the Transylvania County ballot.

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