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Fairbanks Municipal Election - School Board

Election Date:October 6, 2026Register by:September 6, 2026
Current holder:Melissa Haas(Nonpartisan)

The Fairbanks Municipal Election for School Board will be held on October 6, 2026, to elect members of the Fairbanks North Star Borough School District Board of Education. Voters will choose candidates to set policy, oversee the district budget, and guide educational direction for public schools in the Fairbanks area.

About This Race

The Fairbanks Municipal Election for School Board will be held on October 6, 2026, to elect members of the Fairbanks North Star Borough School District Board of Education. Voters will choose candidates to set policy, oversee the district budget, and guide educational direction for public schools in the Fairbanks area.

Candidates

Important Dates

Election Date
October 6, 2026
Registration Deadline
September 6, 2026
Early Voting Starts
September 21, 2026
Early Voting Ends
October 5, 2026

How to Vote

To vote in the Fairbanks Municipal Election, Alaska residents must be registered to vote by September 6, 2026. Voters can cast ballots in person on Election Day at designated polling places, during early voting from September 21 to October 5, 2026, or by requesting an absentee ballot online through the Alaska Division of Elections website. Valid photo ID is required for in-person voting.

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Incumbent
Nonpartisan

Melissa Haas

Fairbanks North Star Borough School Board, Seat A

Biography

Melissa Haas is a longtime Fairbanks educator and parent who has served on the School Board since 2020. She is running for re-election to continue advocating for student achievement, teacher support, and fiscal responsibility in the district.

Campaign Website
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Nonpartisan

David R. Smith

Fairbanks North Star Borough School Board, Seat B

Biography

David R. Smith is a former classroom teacher and current small business owner in Fairbanks. He is running to bring practical classroom experience to the board, focusing on vocational education, parent engagement, and reducing administrative overhead.

Campaign Website

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