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Frank M. James earned a bachelor's degree in psychology from Swarthmore College and a master's degree in business from Wake Forest University. He is a father of two.

Frank has been a middle school math teacher for 10 years. He previously ran an investment company for 15 years.

Frank M. James IV's campaign for Forsyth County Board of Education member, Democratic primary, is his first time running for public office.

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Frank's campaign for Forsyth County Board of Education member, Democratic primary, is his first time running for public office.

Claims he will insist on transparent budgeting, regular public financial reporting, and independent oversight.

Promises to advocate for "timely" disclosure of financial risks, and policies that ensure the Board is fully informed before approving budgets, contracts, and staffing decisions.​

- Claims he will insist on transparent budgeting, regular public financial reporting, and independent oversight.
- Promises to advocate for "timely" disclosure of financial risks, and policies that ensure the Board is fully informed before approving budgets, contracts, and staffing decisions.​

School Facilities & Resources

As of January 2, 2026, Frank M. James’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Access to Education

Wants to "support teachers when they address disruptive behavior."

Prioritizes "respecting the professionalism of our employees."

- Wants to "support teachers when they address disruptive behavior."
- Prioritizes "respecting the professionalism of our employees."

Teachers

Believes in policies that prioritize instructional time.

- Believes in policies that prioritize instructional time.

School Curriculum

Frank James WS/FCS BOE At-Large Dem. Candidate one-on-one raw interview

Seeks to ensure that discipline practices are "both fair and effective."

Believes there needs to be more resources to ensure school safety.

Thinks the current code of conduct is creating a "more dangerous situation for students and is definitely hurting the learning environment."

- Seeks to ensure that discipline practices are "both fair and effective."
- Believes there needs to be more resources to ensure school safety.
- Thinks the current code of conduct is creating a "more dangerous situation for students and is definitely hurting the learning environment."

Student Wellbeing

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Frank M. James

- 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. 