Powell launches reelection campaign

Joey received a bachelor's degree in history from Campbell University and a master's degree in history from East Carolina University. He lives in Harnett County with his wife, three children, and nine grandchildren.

Joey currently works as an adjunct history professor at Campbell University. He worked as a history teacher and coach for Harnett County schools for more than 30 years.

Joey Powell currently serves as a Harnett County Board of Education member for District 2. He was elected in 2020 and has served one term.

As a Board of Education member, worked to provide funding for the construction of new schools

- As a Board of Education member, worked to provide funding for the construction of new schools

School Facilities & Resources

As of June 9, 2025, Joey Powell did not have a website or any information online.

Access to Education

As a Board of Education member, supported teachers through the increase of supplements.

- As a Board of Education member, supported teachers through the increase of supplements.

Teachers

School Curriculum

As a Board of Education member, worked to install weapons detection systems in schools to provide a safe environment for students.

- As a Board of Education member, worked to install weapons detection systems in schools to provide a safe environment for students.

Student Wellbeing

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Rose is from Harnett County. She holds a bachelor's degree in psychology from Shaw University and a master's degree in school administration from North Carolina Central University. She also studied special education and teaching at Fayetteville State University. 

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Rose previously worked as a principal at Cumberland County Schools. She also worked as an educator. 

Rose Ferguson's campaign for member of the Harnett County Board of Education in District 2 is her first run for public office. 

Wants to work with the greater community to address school issues.

- Wants to work with the greater community to address school issues.

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Believes every child needs a champion to advocate for their success and is committed to addressing historical inequalities in education.

Wants to address "the current status..." of certain county schools. 

Believes in creating an equitable and inclusive educational environment by collaborating with educators, parents, and community members to ensure high-quality education for every child.

Wants more equity and inclusion in schools. 

Wants to ensure all children have access to a strong education.

- Wants to address "the current status..." of certain county schools. 
- Wants more equity and inclusion in schools. 
- Wants to ensure all children have access to a strong education.

As of June 9, 2025, Rose Ferguson’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Rose Ferguson

- 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. 

Harnett County Board of Education Member, District 2

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