2026 North Carolina General Election

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Mark Smith

As of April 6, 2026, Mark Smith’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Mark's campaign for Burke County Board of Education member.

Mark's campaign for Burke County Board of Education member is his first time running for public office.

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Tiana holds two bachelor's degrees from the University of Arizona, one in Sociology and one in Criminal Justice, which she earned in 2020 with Summa Cum Laude honors. She then went on to complete her Master of Science degree in Criminal Justice in 2022, specializing in Forensic Science.

Tiana Sims Beachler profile

Tiana is a dynamic individual who recently relocated from Las Vegas, NV to North Carolina in 2021.

Tiana Beachler relocated from Las Vegas, Nevada, to North Carolina in 2021. She earned bachelor's degrees in sociology and criminal justice from the University of Arizona and a master's degree in criminal justice, specializing in forensic science, from the university.

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Prior to her move to North Carolina, Tiana worked as a Program Officer for the state of Nevada - Vocational Rehabilitation, where she served individuals with significant disabilities and those who were blind and/or visually impaired.

Tiana Sims is an accomplished Forensic Scientist and Professor at the University of Arizona. In her current role, Tiana teaches a variety of courses, including general education, sociology, criminal justice, and political science. Her passion for teaching and commitment to her students have earned her a reputation as an outstanding educator. Tiana's expertise in forensic science is highly valued at the University of Arizona, where she also works as a Forensic Scientist.

Tiana currently works as a professor and forensic scientist at the University of Arizona. She previously worked as a program officer for Nevada Vocational Rehabilitation.

Burke County Board of Education

Tiana Beachler, Chair, Central District

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Tiana serves on the Burke County Board of Education representing the Central District.

Tiana serves on the Burke County Board of Education, representing the Central District.

As of April 6, 2026, Tiana Beachler did not have a website or any information online.

The last highlight from the county was the emphasis of “balanced instruction through reduced screen use.” In a recent resolution, the county’s school board stated their support for physical instruction tools, such as pen and paper, instead of screens.

“We are helping shape the minds of tomorrow, and they’re coming to us at ages 3, 4, and 5,” said Tiana Beachler, chair of the Burke County Board of Education. “So prior to us putting the device in their hands, let’s teach them the fundamentals.”

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After reading the resolution, Board Chair Tiana Beachler said she wants to make it clear the board is not anti-technology. She said it's good that the school system will start moving back toward paper and pencil instruction where it can and where appropriate.

North Carolina School District Pivots Back to Pen and Paper

Supports teaching fundamental skills before providing young children with devices and using paper-and-pencil instruction where appropriate.

- Supports teaching fundamental skills before providing young children with devices and using paper-and-pencil instruction where appropriate.

Tiana Beachler

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Tiana Beachler is the chair of the Burke County Board of Education.

- The Board of Education runs the public school system. They create policies that establish standards, accountability and evaluation of essential operations of the school system.
- The Board of Education member hires a superintendent and can remove them when necessary. The superintendent assists the Board of Education in implementing the board’s policies. 
- The Board of Education is charged with deciding the school budget. This means they decide how to allocate money between different services, such as teacher pay, repairing school facilities, or access to technology.
- Board of Education members are elected every four years. 

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