In District 3, which represents the Colerain, Aulander and Powellsville areas, will also see two people seeking to represent citizens. Christine Dudley, who is seeking her third term on the board, will be opposed by former Aulander Commissioner David Conner. Both call Aulander home.

Three incumbents challenged for school board seats

Three incumbents challenged for school board seats | Features

2026 North Carolina General Election

As of September 2, 2026, David Conner did not have a website or any information online.

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David Conner

As of September 2, 2026, David Conner’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Mauricio Mendez

Buket Urgen

Christine Dudley

- 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. 

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