Lisa R. Surles-Law

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.

2 candidates ran for Newport News City School Board, Central District in the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Only voters in this district.

Where they stand

This is a nonpartisan race, so we don't estimate where candidates fall from their campaign materials or look up their personal voter registration. We'd place Lisa R. Surles-Law only with a published academic score (from a voting record or campaign donors), and we haven't found one we can reliably source.

We haven't found a campaign site or candidate questionnaire for Lisa R. Surles-Law yet.

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Funding

$5,335 raised.

Source: Virginia Department of Elections (COMET), reports through 2026-10-22.

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Quick answers

What party is Lisa R. Surles-Law?

Lisa R. Surles-Law is running as an Independent.

Is Lisa R. Surles-Law the incumbent?

Yes. Lisa R. Surles-Law currently holds this office.

What does the Newport News City School Board, Central District 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 Lisa R. Surles-Law running against?

Adina R. Rivera, for Newport News City School Board, Central District.

How much money has Lisa R. Surles-Law raised?

$5,335 as of the latest state campaign-finance filings.

Should I vote for Lisa R. Surles-Law?

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