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Seattle School Board - Primaries

Election Date:August 3, 2027Register by:July 25, 2027
Current holder:Brandon Hersey(Independent)

The Seattle School Board - Primaries election on August 3, 2027, is a nonpartisan primary to nominate candidates for the general election for seats on the Seattle Public Schools Board of Directors. Voters will select candidates for multiple board districts, with the top two vote-getters in each district advancing to the November 2027 general election.

About This Race

The Seattle School Board - Primaries election on August 3, 2027, is a nonpartisan primary to nominate candidates for the general election for seats on the Seattle Public Schools Board of Directors. Voters will select candidates for multiple board districts, with the top two vote-getters in each district advancing to the November 2027 general election.

Candidates

Important Dates

Election Date
August 3, 2027
Registration Deadline
July 25, 2027
Early Voting Starts
July 18, 2027
Early Voting Ends
August 2, 2027

How to Vote

To vote in Washington, registered voters must be U.S. citizens, state residents, and at least 18 years old by Election Day. Ballots are mailed to all active registered voters starting July 18, 2027, and can be returned by mail, at official drop boxes, or in person at vote centers through 8:00 PM on August 3, 2027. No photo ID is required to vote, but signature verification is used for mail-in ballots.

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Incumbent
Independent

Brandon Hersey

Seattle School Board District 1

Biography

Brandon Hersey is a former Seattle Public Schools teacher and current School Board member for District 1, first elected in 2021. He is running for re-election to continue advancing equity in education, improving special education services, and supporting student mental health initiatives across Seattle schools.

Campaign Website
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Incumbent
Independent

Liza Rankin

Seattle School Board District 3

Biography

Liza Rankin is a parent advocate, former PTA leader, and current Seattle School Board member for District 3, serving since 2021. She is seeking re-election to focus on closing opportunity gaps, expanding access to advanced learning, and ensuring transparent fiscal management of district resources.

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