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Brian received a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in finance and management from Mercer University, an MBA from the University of West Georgia, and a Master of Leadership Development degree from Penn State University. He lives in Winder, GA with his family.

Brian has worked in finance with Leidos, Technicolor, and Lockheed Martin. He also works in the Supply Corps with the United States Navy.

Brian Macnew's campaign for Barrow County Board of Education member is his first entry into politics.

As of March 19, 2024, Brian Macnew did not have a website or any information online.

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Reed is a military spouse of a retired Soldier of the Georgia Army National Guard unit and has volunteered at local shelters and with other charitable organizations. She acted as President of Bethlehem Elementary PTO for 2 years.

Kristin is the Executive Director of Piedmont Soccer Academy and works as a local realtor.

Kristin Reed's campaign for Barrow County Board of Education member is her first entry into politics.

Plans to advocate for school choice policies "that allow parents to choose the best educational options... whether traditional public schools, charter schools, private schools, or homeschooling."

- Plans to advocate for school choice policies "that allow parents to choose the best educational options... whether traditional public schools, charter schools, private schools, or homeschooling."

Believes in "fostering academic excellence while upholding traditional values in our schools," citing a conservative mindset.

Supports curriculum standards that prioritize math, science, history, and English as well as programs supporting "moral and ethical values."

Supports an emphasis on American History and Civics Education, as well as "democratic ideals."

Supports partnering with local industries and career and technical education programs to equip students with STEM skills.

- Believes in "fostering academic excellence while upholding traditional values in our schools," citing a conservative mindset.
- Supports curriculum standards that prioritize math, science, history, and English as well as programs supporting "moral and ethical values."
- Supports an emphasis on American History and Civics Education, as well as "democratic ideals."
- Supports partnering with local industries and career and technical education programs to equip students with STEM skills.

Plans to scrutinize expenditures by eliminating waste and streamlining operations.

- Plans to scrutinize expenditures by eliminating waste and streamlining operations.

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Said, "As the Executive Director of Piedmont Soccer Academy, I have witnessed firsthand the transformative power of sports in shaping the character and resilience of our youth... I have strived to instill values that go beyond the field and contribute to the holistic development of our young learners."

Supports implementing heightened security personnel, emergency preparedness training, and improved mental health support services for students.

- Said, "As the Executive Director of Piedmont Soccer Academy, I have witnessed firsthand the transformative power of sports in shaping the character and resilience of our youth... I have strived to instill values that go beyond the field and contribute to the holistic development of our young learners."
- Supports implementing heightened security personnel, emergency preparedness training, and improved mental health support services for students.

Plans to advocate for competitive salaries, "professional development opportunities, and resources to help teachers excel."

- Plans to advocate for competitive salaries, "professional development opportunities, and resources to help teachers excel."

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Renee went to Towns County High School and attended both the University of Georgia and Young Harris College. She has served on a school board and volunteers with other community organizations. She is married and lives with her children.

Renee is a former vocational teacher and is currently a diesel repair shop owner. She is a founder of Barrow Area Rotary, and a board member of Young Life.

Renee Lord's campaign for County Board of education is her first entry into politics.

Said "I believe parents know what is best for their children... I will always protect a parent's right to choose the education that works for their student and family."

Wants to ensure all graduated students form Barrow County school is either enrolled in college or technical school, enlisted in a branch of our armed services, or employed in an occupation of their choice.

- Said "I believe parents know what is best for their children... I will always protect a parent's right to choose the education that works for their student and family."
- Wants to ensure all graduated students form Barrow County school is either enrolled in college or technical school, enlisted in a branch of our armed services, or employed in an occupation of their choice.

Wants to expand mentorship programs in schools.

Supports students gaining skills that will allow them to begin careers after graduation.

- Wants to expand mentorship programs in schools.
- Supports students gaining skills that will allow them to begin careers after graduation.

Plans to fight to protect the Senior School Tax Exemption and work to secure money from state representatives.

- Plans to fight to protect the Senior School Tax Exemption and work to secure money from state representatives.

Plans to work with local agencies and state leaders to secure additional funding for school resource officers.

Supports decreasing the number of temporary classrooms and implementing school buses with the latest in safety and security equipment.

- Plans to work with local agencies and state leaders to secure additional funding for school resource officers.
- Supports decreasing the number of temporary classrooms and implementing school buses with the latest in safety and security equipment.

Said "I promise to make sure our teachers have everything they need to help our students learn to read."

Plans to fight for the highest possible salary for school employees.

Plans to retain and recruit the best teachers and administrators.

- Said "I promise to make sure our teachers have everything they need to help our students learn to read."
- Plans to fight for the highest possible salary for school employees.
- Plans to retain and recruit the best teachers and administrators.

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- The Board of Education runs the public school system. The Board of Education is entirely independent from the rest of the county government.
- Board of Education members work together to make school policy, set the budget, and appoint the superintendent to run the schools day to day.
- Board of Education members are elected to four-year terms in nonpartisan elections.

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Barrow County Board of Education Member, Republican Primary

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