The Augusta Press

Philip is a father of three school-age children. 

Philip is a partner of Metro Fiber Systems, an internet service company.

Ballot Pedia

Philip Kent, Jr's campaign for County Board of Education Member in Columbia County School Board District 1 is his first entry into politics.

Believes in using "tax dollars, resources, and talent...[to provide] a quality education for our children."

- Believes in using "tax dollars, resources, and talent...[to provide] a quality education for our children."

Access to Education

As of April 23, 2024, Philip Kent, Jr’s website did not contain information on this issue.

School Curriculum

Said, "I am a fiscal conservative, and I believe that I can work with the superintendent and the other board members, share ideas and maybe bring a different perspective when it comes to finance."

- Said, "I am a fiscal conservative, and I believe that I can work with the superintendent and the other board members, share ideas and maybe bring a different perspective when it comes to finance."

School Facilities & Resources

Student Wellbeing

Believes the current political climate has fostered challenges for students, parents, and educators.

- Believes the current political climate has fostered challenges for students, parents, and educators.

Teachers

Philip Kent, Jr

- 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.