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Eli Cooper Appointed to Fill Board of Education Seat

Elijah Cooper earned an associate’s degree in architectural and mechanical drafting from Athens Technical College. He lives with his wife, Ashley, and their three children.

Elijah currently serves as a member of the Banks County Board of Education, Post 5 in Georgia. He was first elected in 2024 and is serving his first term.

Elijah currently works as the owner and manager of Classic Powder Coating. He previously worked as a business manager.

As of March 11, 2026, Elijah Cooper did not have a website or any information online.

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Vince Lehotsky

Vince Lehotsky currently works at Habersham Central High School 

As of March 11, 2026, Vince Lehotsky did not have a website or any information online.

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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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Banks County Board of Education Member, Post 5, Republican Primary

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