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Powell is from Queens, New York. She has a bachelor's degree from Florida A&M University, a master's degree from Florida State University, and a PhD from the University of Sarasota. She is a mother of three children. She is a Christian. 

Powell currently serves as an Assistant Principal with Henry and Fayette County Schools, and is a part-time Adjunct Professor at Thomas University. She has experience as an educator, working for Georgia and Florida school systems. 

This is Lydia C. Powell's first entry into politics. 

- Supports accessible preschool education.

Access to Education

As of July 25, 2024, Lydia C. Powell did not have a website or any information online.

School Curriculum

Holds fiscal responsibility, equitable distribution of resources, and installing effective leadership as top priorities.

Said "Financial transparency and accountability should be a non-negotiable as a school board." and wants to ensure constituents are informed how resources are being allocated.

- Holds fiscal responsibility, equitable distribution of resources, and installing effective leadership as top priorities.
- Said "Financial transparency and accountability should be a non-negotiable as a school board." and wants to ensure constituents are informed how resources are being allocated.

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Supports resources and training for mental health and wellness in county schools.

- Supports resources and training for mental health and wellness in county schools.

Student Wellbeing

Supports providing a "living wage.." for teachers, bus drivers, and paraprofessionals.

- Supports providing a "living wage.." for teachers, bus drivers, and paraprofessionals.

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Randy is from Westwood, New Jersey. He earned a bachelor's degree in marketing and a master's degree in finance and financial management services from Georgia State University. He lives in Peachtree City.

Randy worked as a financial advisor and wealth manager. He previously served in the US Navy.

Randy Hough currently serves as the vice chair of the Fayette County Board of Education. He was elected in 2020 and has served 1 term.

As of July 25, 2024, Randy Hough did not have a website or any information online.

Supports letting the county determine school curriculums.

Opposes Common Core and "Historical Revisionism."

- Supports letting the county determine school curriculums.
- Opposes Common Core and "Historical Revisionism."

Prioritizes student safety and opposes drugs on campuses.

Supports parental involvement in their children's education.

Opposes participation of transgender athletes in school sports.

- Prioritizes student safety and opposes drugs on campuses.
- Supports parental involvement in their children's education.
- Opposes participation of transgender athletes in school sports.

Randy Hough

- The Board of Education runs the public school system. The Board of Education is entirely independent from the rest of the county government.
- Board of Education members work together to make school policy, set the budget, and appoint the superintendent to run the schools day to day.
- Board of Education members are elected to four-year terms in nonpartisan elections.

Fayette County Board of Education Member, District 1

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