Aaron Russ

Aaron is currently a member of the Bladen County Board of Education representing District 3. His current term runs from 2024 to 2026.

As of April 6, 2026, Aaron Russ’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Buket Urgen

Bladen County Schools, North Carolina, elections - Ballotpedia

Elected Republican Officials

Those who filed for 2026 election - Bladen Journal

School Facilities & Resources

Voted to close East Arcadia School in 2026.

Access to Education

Teachers

School Curriculum

Student Wellbeing

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Jerome L. Purdie

Jerome L. Purdie campaign for Bladen County Board of Education member, District 3, is his first time running for public office.

As of April 6, 2026, Jerome L. Purdie’s website did not contain information on this issue.

- 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. 

Bladen County Board of Education Member, District 3

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