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Christina A. Gordon

Wake County Board of Education District 02

Candidate Statement:

I am a Raleigh native and a product of WCPSS. I owe my love of public schools to my late grandmother, a WCPSS educator and administrator.

I'm not just serving on the school board-I'm a District 2 mom with a recent graduate and two sons currently in our public schools. I've experienced Wake County Public Schools as a student, a teacher, an advocate, and a parent. I know what's working, and I know what must change for our children to truly thrive.

I bring more than two decades of experience in public education as a classroom teacher, National Board Certified Teacher, instructional leader, public school advocate and professional learning specialist. As the current District 2 Board Member, I combine classroom experience with governance experience to make informed, student-centered decisions.

My career has been dedicated to the classroom, but my heart is in our community. Running for re-election means continuing to fight for the same thing for all children that I want for mine: a school system that treats teachers like the experts they are and gives every student, regardless of their zip code, a fair shot at greatness, as well as the social emotional care that every child needs.

Direct Quote:

I serve because I believe every student deserves a great education, every educator deserves to be supported, and every family deserves a voice.

Issues:

Creating schools where families know they belong and matter

Schools thrive when families are heard, valued, and included. I center family voices, especially those often overlooked, and ensure decisions are transparent, accessible, and rooted in community needs. Through real partnerships and shared leadership, every family knows they belong. This is governance built from the community up.

Creating schools where families know they belong and matterSchools thrive when families are heard, valued, and included. I center family voices, especially those often overlooked, and ensure decisions are transparent, accessible, and rooted in community needs. Through real partnerships and shared leadership, every family knows they belong. This is governance built from the community up.

Elevating, Empowering & Sustaining Educators

As a National Board Certified Teacher and former WCPSS teacher, I know what it takes to support and retain great educators. I'm committed to improving working and living conditions, expanding access to high-quality professional learning, and strengthening teacher pipelines by addressing issues like educator well being. I advocate for competitive salaries so teachers can afford to live in the communities they serve. My priority is building systems of mentorship, wellness, and professional growth that make teaching sustainable and ensure every educator feels seen, valued, and supported.

Elevating, Empowering & Sustaining EducatorsAs a National Board Certified Teacher and former WCPSS teacher, I know what it takes to support and retain great educators. I'm committed to improving working and living conditions, expanding access to high-quality professional learning, and strengthening teacher pipelines by addressing issues like educator well being. I advocate for competitive salaries so teachers can afford to live in the communities they serve. My priority is building systems of mentorship, wellness, and professional growth that make teaching sustainable and ensure every educator feels seen, valued, and supported.

A Culture of Care and Mental Health Support

I'm committed to a whole-child approach that nurtures students' academic, emotional, and social needs. THIS is the greatest indicator of student success. I will champion efforts to create inclusive, affirming school communities that support both well-being and academic success. I'm committed to fostering school environments rooted in belonging and emotional and mental health. My goal is simple: schools that are not just places of learning, but thriving communities where everyone is respected, supported, and empowered to succeed.

A Culture of Care and Mental Health SupportI'm committed to a whole-child approach that nurtures students' academic, emotional, and social needs. THIS is the greatest indicator of student success. I will champion efforts to create inclusive, affirming school communities that support both well-being and academic success. I'm committed to fostering school environments rooted in belonging and emotional and mental health. My goal is simple: schools that are not just places of learning, but thriving communities where everyone is respected, supported, and empowered to succeed.

Creating schools where families know they belong and matter

Schools thrive when families are heard, valued, and included. I center family voices, especially those often overlooked, and ensure decisions are transparent, accessible, and rooted in community needs. Through real partnerships and shared leadership, every family knows they belong. This is governance built from the community up.

Creating schools where families know they belong and matterSchools thrive when families are heard, valued, and included. I center family voices, especially those often overlooked, and ensure decisions are transparent, accessible, and rooted in community needs. Through real partnerships and shared leadership, every family knows they belong. This is governance built from the community up.

Elevating, Empowering & Sustaining Educators

As a National Board Certified Teacher and former WCPSS teacher, I know what it takes to support and retain great educators. I'm committed to improving working and living conditions, expanding access to high-quality professional learning, and strengthening teacher pipelines by addressing issues like educator well being. I advocate for competitive salaries so teachers can afford to live in the communities they serve. My priority is building systems of mentorship, wellness, and professional growth that make teaching sustainable and ensure every educator feels seen, valued, and supported.

Elevating, Empowering & Sustaining EducatorsAs a National Board Certified Teacher and former WCPSS teacher, I know what it takes to support and retain great educators. I'm committed to improving working and living conditions, expanding access to high-quality professional learning, and strengthening teacher pipelines by addressing issues like educator well being. I advocate for competitive salaries so teachers can afford to live in the communities they serve. My priority is building systems of mentorship, wellness, and professional growth that make teaching sustainable and ensure every educator feels seen, valued, and supported.

A Culture of Care and Mental Health Support

I'm committed to a whole-child approach that nurtures students' academic, emotional, and social needs. THIS is the greatest indicator of student success. I will champion efforts to create inclusive, affirming school communities that support both well-being and academic success. I'm committed to fostering school environments rooted in belonging and emotional and mental health. My goal is simple: schools that are not just places of learning, but thriving communities where everyone is respected, supported, and empowered to succeed.

A Culture of Care and Mental Health SupportI'm committed to a whole-child approach that nurtures students' academic, emotional, and social needs. THIS is the greatest indicator of student success. I will champion efforts to create inclusive, affirming school communities that support both well-being and academic success. I'm committed to fostering school environments rooted in belonging and emotional and mental health. My goal is simple: schools that are not just places of learning, but thriving communities where everyone is respected, supported, and empowered to succeed.

External Candidate Links:

Christina A. Gordon's Website