Adam Shirley

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Adam Shirley lives near Beechwood with his family.

Adam is a classroom teacher. He has been teaching for 18 years. 

Adam has served on the Clarke County Board of Elections for five years.

Supports universal pre-kindergarten programs for children in the district.

As of March 11, 2026, Adam Shirley’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Believes CCSD lacks sufficient funds to ensure students receive "the superior education they deserve and parents demand."

Supports increasing funding for schools from local, state, and federal sources.

Supports ensuring all expenses are focused on empowering students and believes taxpayers should be assured funds are used wisely to support sufficient school funding.

Supports providing teachers with clear expectations, fair compensation, and necessary tools to retain staff and improve student outcomes.