The Richmond County Board of Education (RCBOE) welcomes the addition of four new members following the regular election on Tuesday, November 5. They are Shontae Boyd, District 4; Monique Braswell, District 5; Mary Jane Abbot, District 8; and Samantha Valentine, District 10 (at large). The new board members formally take office on January 1, 2025 for a term of four years.

“Our Board is pleased to welcome four new members, each bringing unique perspectives and a strong commitment to our mission,” says Charlie Walker Jr., Board President. “We are grateful to our outgoing members for their dedicated years of service in building a solid foundation. I am confident this new group will continue to bring valuable insights to advance our vision for educational excellence, and we look forward to the next four years of effective governance and progress toward our goals.”

The newly elected board members will receive an orientation and be sworn in before their terms officially begin in January. A formal ceremony will mark the occasion, with details to be announced at a later date.

Dr. Kenneth Bradshaw, Superintendent of Schools says, “We welcome our newly elected board members and look forward to their contributions as we continue to advance the educational standards and opportunities for all students in Richmond County."

RCBOE is responsible for establishing policy, managing budget allocations, and setting the district's strategic direction. With the addition of these newly elected members, the Board will continue its commitment to upholding standards that foster student success, operational efficiency, and community accountability. 

For more information about the Richmond County School System’s Board of Education, please visit rcboe.org/boe.