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Charleston County School Board Generals

Election Date:November 3, 2026Register by:October 8, 2026
Current holder:Melissa Couture(Nonpartisan)

The Charleston County School Board Generals election on November 3, 2026, will determine the members of the school board responsible for overseeing public education in Charleston County, South Carolina. This nonpartisan race includes multiple seats at stake, with candidates campaigning on issues such as school funding, curriculum, student safety, and teacher retention.

About This Race

The Charleston County School Board Generals election on November 3, 2026, will determine the members of the school board responsible for overseeing public education in Charleston County, South Carolina. This nonpartisan race includes multiple seats at stake, with candidates campaigning on issues such as school funding, curriculum, student safety, and teacher retention.

Candidates

Important Dates

Election Date
November 3, 2026
Registration Deadline
October 8, 2026
Early Voting Starts
October 21, 2026
Early Voting Ends
November 2, 2026

How to Vote

To vote in South Carolina, residents must register by October 8, 2026, online, by mail, or in person at their county voter registration office. On Election Day, November 3, 2026, voters can cast ballots at their assigned polling place from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM; early voting is available from October 21 to November 2, 2026, at designated locations. A photo ID is required to vote, including a South Carolina driver’s license, passport, or military ID.

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Incumbent
Nonpartisan

Melissa Couture

Charleston County School Board

Biography

Melissa Couture is a former public school teacher and parent advocate who has served on the Charleston County School Board since 2020. She is running for re-election to continue her work on improving teacher pay, expanding mental health services in schools, and increasing transparency in district budgeting.

Campaign Website
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Nonpartisan

James Johnson

Charleston County School Board

Biography

James Johnson is a local businessman and education consultant with over 15 years of experience working with Title I schools in the Lowcountry. He is running to address overcrowding in classrooms, expand vocational training programs, and strengthen parental involvement in district decision-making.

Campaign Website

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