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Larry Cunningham is originally from Quitman, Georgia. He earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Nebraska. He lives with his wife and their children in Quitman and attends Quitman First Baptist Church. 

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Larry currently serves as the president for the Brooks County Board of Education, representing District 2. He was first elected in 1993 and is serving his ninth term.

Larry currently works as the owner and president of R.L. Cunningham & Sons, a peanut shelling and buying operation in Quitman. He manages the family business, which was founded by his father and has grown to include custom cleaning, storage, and state-of-the-art drying technology. He previously worked in various capacities within the agricultural industry, focusing on peanut seed quality and production.

Supports offering a "variety of programs and choices" for students to ensure they are prepared for a range of career and educational paths.

- Supports offering a "variety of programs and choices" for students to ensure they are prepared for a range of career and educational paths.

Access to Education

As of July 23, 2026, Larry Cunningham did not have a website or any information online.

School Curriculum

Emphasizes the role of the school board as a stable governing body that reflects the long-term values of the Brooks County community.

- Emphasizes the role of the school board as a stable governing body that reflects the long-term values of the Brooks County community.

School Facilities & Resources

Student Wellbeing

Prioritizes recognizing and developing educational leaders within the district, frequently honoring local staff for their dedication to student success.

- Prioritizes recognizing and developing educational leaders within the district, frequently honoring local staff for their dedication to student success.

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Ethics & Conduct

Larry Cunningham

- 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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Brooks County Board of Education Member, District 2

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