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Kevin Donovan has an associate's degree in mechanical engineering from Wayne Community College and completed additional training through the National Institute for Aviation Research. He lives in Smithfield, North Carolina.

Kevin currently works as a computer numerical control programmer for Spirit AeroSystems. He previously worked as a mechanical design engineer for AAR Corporation and as a mechanic for Caterpillar, an machine manufacturer.

Kevin Donovan, Vice-Chair

kevindonovan@johnston.k12.nc.us
919-934-6032 x7388
JCPS Central Office
2320 US 70 Business Hwy East
Smithfield, NC 27577
Member since 2022
Term expires 2026

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Board of Education | Johnston County Public Schools

Kevin has served on the Johnston County Board of Education since 2022, and his term expires in 2026.

2026 North Carolina General Election

The entire conflict went public in early August, when Donovan and Antoine made a YouTube video calling on N.C. Auditor Beth Wood to do a forensic audit of the school board’s financial records.

Fight Over Secret Recordings Shows Johnston County School Board in Turmoil

Two incumbent school board members, Terry Tippett and Kevin Donovan, filed for reelection. “Johnston County is booming, and we need a school board that is focused on preparing our students for the future while addressing the current needs of our community and ensuring full transparency,” Donovan said. “I believe the fundamental purpose of this board is to ensure every student has the resources and skills needed to succeed, whether they choose college or a career in the trades.”

First Candidates Line Up As Johnston County Launches 2026 Filing Period

Called for a forensic audit of the Johnston County school board's financial records.

Believes the school board should ensure students have resources and skills for college or a career in the trades.

Calls for a school board that prepares students for the future, addresses community needs, and maintains full transparency.

- Called for a forensic audit of the Johnston County school board's financial records.
- Believes the school board should ensure students have resources and skills for college or a career in the trades.
- Calls for a school board that prepares students for the future, addresses community needs, and maintains full transparency.

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

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Kevin Donovan

- Believes the school board should ensure students have resources and skills for college or a career in the trades.
- Calls for a school board that prepares students for the future, addresses community needs, and maintains full transparency.

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

Kevin Donovan's campaign for Johnston County Board of Education Member is his first entry into politics.

Kevin Donovan Thanks Supporters - JoCo Report

Supports transparency through the use of district communication channels to build understanding and accountability within the community.

Kevin Donovan’s campaign for Johnston County Board of Education Member is his first entry into politics.

Fight over secret recordings shows Johnston County school board in ...

When I started this race, I was just a Dad in Johnston County concerned with the negative effects of education due to COVID19 School closures. 

Kevin is currently a member of the Johnston County Board of Education. He was elected in 2022 and is currently serving his first term.

Johnston County Schools, North Carolina, elections - Ballotpedia

Supports transparency through the use of district communications, including meeting videos, podcasts, and public recognition of accomplishments to build community understanding and accountability.

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- 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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