Sarah Ferrell Temple

- The Board of Education runs the public school system, and it is entirely independent from the rest of the city government. 
- Board of Education members work together to make school policy, set the budget, and make decisions about the superintendent’s personnel recommendations.
- Members of the board must act as a unit based on majority rule. A member cannot make decisions or act independently.
- Board of Education members are elected to staggered four-year terms in nonpartisan elections.

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Buket Urgen

Sarah Ferrell Temple's campaign for Hickory City Board of Education member, Ward 2, is her first time running for public office.

2026 Elections - Candidate Committees

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