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Stephen Nichols got a bachelor's degree in English from Middle Tennessee State University.

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Stephen is a teacher for Dare County Schools.

As of January 2, 2026, Stephen Nichols did not have a website or any information online.

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Christie Baer grew up on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. She is a wife and mother. 

Christie currently works as a real estate broker associate. She previously worked as a finance manager, self-employed real estate broker, accounts payable manager, and customer service manager. 

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Christie's campaign for the Dare County Board of Education is her first run for public office.

As of January 2, 2026, Christie Baer did not have a website or any information online.

Values safe schools, clear communication, and "leadership that truly listens to [families]."

- Values safe schools, clear communication, and "leadership that truly listens to [families]."

Christie Baer

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Wants to improve training and compliance for school safety.

Wants to evaluate safety and security technology.

Shannon Walters is a mother of two children. She received a master's in Education at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.

Shannon has 13 years of experience in classroom special education.

Shannon Walters's campaign for Dare County Board of Education Member, Republican Primary is her first entry into politics.

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As of January 2, 2026, Shannon Walters did not have a website or any information online.

Shannon Walters

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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. 