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Judy S. Lewis is a mother and grandmother. 

Judy S. Lewis is currently a member of the Buncombe County Board of Education representing District 5. She was elected in 2022 and is currently serving her first term.

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Judy S. Lewis is currently a member of the Buncombe County Board of Education representing District 5. She was elected in 2022 and is currently serving her first term. 

As of January 2, 2026, Judy S. Lewis did not have a website or any information online.

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Judy S. Lewis

Judy S. Lewis is a longtime resident of Guilford County and a mother and grandmother. She describes herself as a "concerned citizen" who was motivated to run for office by her experiences observing the current direction of the school system. She is an active member of her local church and community volunteer circles.

Lewis has a professional background in business management and administration. She has highlighted her experience in budgeting and fiscal oversight as key qualifications for managing the significant budget of Guilford County Schools. Additionally, she has experience in community-based nonprofit work, focusing on youth development and local service projects.

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As of January 2, 2026, Judy S. Lewis’s website did not contain information on this issue.

- 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. 