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Sean Jackson

DEMOCRAT

Sean Jackson is running for Cherokee County Board of Education Member, District 5.

Personal background

Sean has a bachelor's degree in American studies from California State University, Fullerton. lives in Woodstock with his wife, Crystal, and their four daughters. They attend Transfiguration Catholic Church.

Professional background

Sean works in learning and development.

Political background

Sean Jackson's campaign for the board of education is his first entry into politics.

Teacher Recruitment

Believes that teachers need to "be respected and supported," and wants to raise teacher pay to as much or more than pay in neighboring counties.

Wants to make sure that teachers feel supported by the board of education.

Supports expanding medical benefits to include mental health support and wants to give teachers more work-life balance.

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School Curriculum

Believes in "equitable education for every student in a safe, welcoming and diverse environment. Each student deserves to be treated the same way and have access to similar resources in a classroom that celebrates uniqueness."

Supports "grade-level appropriate education regarding our nation's history and growth" including "the good, the bad, and the ugly parts," and said that "[s]ystemic racism is real."

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College & Career Readiness

Supports programs that lead to student success on a variety of different career pathways, not just traditional college.

Said, "[a] four-year college is not for everyone. We know that educational paths are as diverse as our students."

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COVID

Believes that safety is very important, and wants to collaborate with the school district police and regularly review safety measures.

Wants to improve mental health support for students to create a more safe learning environment.

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