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James holds a bachelor's degree in environmental science from Shaw University and a master's degree in urban, community and regional planning from Savannah State University. James resides in Pooler, Georgia and is married to his wife. He also serves as a volunteer with 100 BLACK MEN OF SAVANNAH INC.

James is the co-owner of a wildlife sanctuary, the Adventures of Botanical Boy, and is a project consultant for JNJ Business Solutions. He is also a Chief Mentoring Officer for Change 4 The Next Level. 

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James Cornelius Jones previously ran for District 1 of the Georgia State Senate in 2022, but did not win. James served as Chairman of the Board at the Chatham County Democratic Commitee for four years. 

As of March 23, 2024, James Cornelius Jones did not have a website or any information online.

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James Cornelius Jones

Michael received a bachelor's degree in economics from Armstrong State University and a degree in culinary arts from Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts Atlanta. He currently resides in Savannah with his wife and son.

Michael is a real estate agent for Keller Williams Realty Coastal Area Partners. He also has experience in the food and beverage industry as a chef.

Ballotpedia: Michael Wayne Johnson

Michael Wayne Johnson is the County Board of Education Member for the Chatham County School Board. He was elected in 2016 and has served 2 terms in this position. During this time, he has been elected as Vice President Pro-Tempore  and Vice President.

As of March 23, 2024, Michael Wayne Johnson did not have a website or any information online.

Supports updating security protocols and procedures annually to prevent danger to students, and collaborating with local law enforcement.

- Supports updating security protocols and procedures annually to prevent danger to students, and collaborating with local law enforcement.

Said, "I would like to thank every teacher and nurse within the District!
Without either of you we could not have the student success we have."

- Said, "I would like to thank every teacher and nurse within the District!
Without either of you we could not have the student success we have."

Michael Wayne Johnson

Stephanie graduated from the University of Georgia and earned her master’s degree from the Medical College of Georgia. She is married to her husband, and together they have four children. They resides in Savannah and attend First Presbyterian Church in Pooler.

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Stephanie currently teaches health science students at Virginia College and South University. She previously worked at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and Yale University Medical Center as a pediatric emergency nurse. She also spent time in Honduras teaching English and doing medical mission work.

This is Stephanie Collison Campbell's first entry into politics.

As of May 10, 2024, Stephanie Collison Campbell’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Wants to improve literacy rates by implementing the Science of Reading program in schools.

Supports Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education (CTAE) programs for improving graduation rates.

- Wants to improve literacy rates by implementing the Science of Reading program in schools.
- Supports Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education (CTAE) programs for improving graduation rates.

Supports competitive pay for bus drivers.

Wants to "ensure fiscal transparency and accountability."

- Supports competitive pay for bus drivers.
- Wants to "ensure fiscal transparency and accountability."

Plans to address attendance issues by implementing "standards that are clearly defined and enforceable, recognizing and showing compassion for unique situations in our community. This requires adequate staffing of social workers, counselors, and attentive teachers."

- Plans to address attendance issues by implementing "standards that are clearly defined and enforceable, recognizing and showing compassion for unique situations in our community. This requires adequate staffing of social workers, counselors, and attentive teachers."

Website says, "She wants to help instill standards aimed at attracting and retaining talented teachers as well as address disciplinary needs and educational excellence."

- Website says, "She wants to help instill standards aimed at attracting and retaining talented teachers as well as address disciplinary needs and educational excellence."

Stephanie Collison Campbell

- The Board of Education runs the public school system. The Board of Education is entirely independent from the rest of the county government.
- Board of Education members work together to make school policy, set the budget, and appoint the superintendent to run the schools day to day.
- Board of Education members are elected to four-year terms in nonpartisan elections.