My EXPERIENCE includes 4 years as the CCPS School Board representative from the Salem District (2024-2027) and 27 years as a high school administrator here in Culpeper (1990-2017).  As do all educators, I remain committed to continuous improvement and growth.  Since 2024, I have attended 100% of our School Board meetings, completed over 200 hours of professional development training, and attended numerous school and community events.   

I remain QUALIFIED for the School Board due to my extensive knowledge of academics and instruction, school safety and security, and student support services, including mental health services, student wellness, social behavior and connections, and disciplinary procedures.  I also have years of experience with recruitment, personnel retention and planning for future growth.  I serve on the CCPS School Board Finance, Administration, and Capital Planning Committees, where sound financial stewardship and responsible policy recommendations are essential.  I am honored to also serve as the Vice-Chair of the Culpeper County School Board in 2026.  XXXand 2027XXX. 

I remain an INDEPENDENT candidate for the School Board.  I am not affiliated with or funded by any political party.  I sincerely believe politics do not belong in education, and I am proud that students, colleagues, families, constituents, and community members do not associate me with any political party.  Instead, people continue to associate me with consistently working in the best interests of our students, our schools, and the Culpeper community.

For 31 years, the families, teachers, staff, and Culpeper community members have trusted me with their students.  They continue to rely on me as a resource, seek me as an advocate, and look to me as a supporter of public education.  As part of the 7-member School Board, I govern realistically and responsibly – by listening carefully and considering all points of view – and then building consensus around the solutions.  Confidentiality is always maintained.

You can be assured I will continue to bring all of my 35 years of experience, service, and trust as a public school educator and advocate to the table when re-elected as your representative on the CCPS School Board. 

As always, I welcome your input, suggestions, and comments — and please contact me with any questions or concerns, as well.  Thank you for your consideration and support of Re-Elect Kelley A. Pearson for School Board — Salem District!