Teresa Branch

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Teresa Branch is from Hudson, North Carolina.

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Teresa is currently a member of the Caldwell County Board of Education.

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As of January 2, 2026, Teresa Branch’s website did not contain information on this issue.

School Facilities & Resources

For Candidate Teresa Branch on Issue education-access: Running for reelection as a school board member.

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School Curriculum

Student Wellbeing

Brandon L. Cornett

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Joe Sims

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Joe Sims's campaign for Caldwell County Board of Education Member, Republican Primary is his first entry into politics.

Lesa Bolick Widener

Dr. Lesa Bolick Widener ran for Caldwell County Board of Education member in 2026.

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Mark Gerson

Meredith Jane Wilson

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William (BJ) Fore

For Candidate William (BJ) Fore on Issue school-services-resources: Emphasizes the importance of fiscal responsibility and accountability in budget decisions to ensure taxpayer dollars are spent wisely.

As of January 2, 2026, William (BJ) Fore’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Supports improving student outcomes by ensuring schools are safe and providing teachers with the necessary resources to succeed.

Believes in improving student outcomes and ensuring safe, conducive learning environments by supporting teachers with necessary resources.

- 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. 