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Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners District 8 General Election

Election Date:November 3, 2026Register by:October 13, 2026

The Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners District 8 General Election is scheduled for November 3, 2026, to elect one member to the Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners from District 8. This nonpartisan election determines representation for a specific geographic area of Baltimore City in overseeing the public school system, including policy, budget, and superintendent appointments.

About This Race

The Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners District 8 General Election is scheduled for November 3, 2026, to elect one member to the Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners from District 8. This nonpartisan election determines representation for a specific geographic area of Baltimore City in overseeing the public school system, including policy, budget, and superintendent appointments.

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Important Dates

Election Date
November 3, 2026
Registration Deadline
October 13, 2026
Early Voting Starts
October 28, 2026
Early Voting Ends
November 3, 2026

How to Vote

Voters in Maryland can register online, by mail, or in person at their local board of elections office. Early voting is available from October 28 through November 3, 2026, at designated centers, and Election Day voting occurs at assigned polling places. Voters must present a valid ID if registering for the first time or if required by law; otherwise, no ID is needed to vote in person.

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Independent

Marcus Bell

Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners District 8

Biography

Marcus Bell is a former Baltimore City public school teacher and current education policy consultant with a master’s degree in educational leadership from Johns Hopkins University. He is running to close the achievement gap, expand vocational training programs, and strengthen teacher retention efforts in District 8 schools.

Campaign Website
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Independent

Shante Williams

Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners District 8

Biography

Shante Williams is a Baltimore City public school parent and community advocate who has served on the District 8 Parent-Teacher Association for four years. She is running to improve school safety, increase mental health resources, and ensure equitable funding across all schools in her district.

Campaign Website

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