Endorsements
MSCS Board & Shelby County General Election – Thursday, August 1, 2024
To say the past four years were unprecedented would be an understatement–MSCS students, staff, and families went through the pandemic, the resignation of Dr. Joris Ray amid scandal, and the two-year process to select a new superintendent. After all that, this August voters will decide whether those running for re-election will get another term, or whether newcomers will get a chance to lead MSCS. The candidates we endorsed demonstrated – through past experience, current perspectives, and stated goals – that they aligned most closely with our values. We’re proud to stand with the following candidates for General Sessions Court Clerk and School Board Districts 2, 3, 5, and 7!
Helpful Voter Links
- Early Voting is July 12 – 27: Find a location near you!
- Election Day is August 1: Find your polling location
- Register to vote
- Check your district
ABOUT STAND’S ENDORSEMENT PROCESS
All elections impact public health, public safety, and education equity. When elections take place – whether for City Council, County Commission, School Board, or the Criminal Legal System – we have to determine whether or not to get involved. Our member-driven endorsement process helps us understand if a candidate is a leader who will work towards true public safety where everyone has what they need to survive and thrive, and who will stand up for what is best for youth in our community.
Not just anyone can be endorsed by Stand for Children. We run a rigorous endorsement process. By using surveys, forums, and candidate interviews, our members and supporters have the opportunity to ask tough questions of candidates to understand where they stand on key issues. From there, we decide who has what it takes to be a champion for education equity and racial justice.
Once we endorse a candidate, we want that candidate to win. To help them do so, we engage our members and supporters to assist us with:
- Virtual Organizing
- Phone/Text Banking
- Direct Mail
- And other tactics
Electing education equity and racial justice champions is a key part of building a future where we can all thrive. All together, we can create change.
