Ellen Claire Lamont

Ellen Claire Lamont is a candidate for the nonpartisan Watauga County Board of Education District 1 seat in the 2026 primary election. The district race is listed as nonpartisan on the county’s primary ballot, and the top two vote‑getters will advance to the November general election ballot ¹²¹⁰.

Lamont, a Watauga County resident, says she is running to protect public schools as a public good and to ensure they serve a healthy democracy. She emphasizes the need for livable teacher wages, teacher autonomy, evidence‑based curricula, and increased state funding for local schools ¹⁰. Her platform also calls for inclusive schools where all students can thrive.

The Board of Education in Watauga County is responsible for setting policy, approving budgets, and overseeing the operation of public schools. Lamont’s stated priorities—defending evidence‑based education, advocating for higher teacher pay, and securing additional state funding—reflect the core duties of board members to guide curriculum decisions, manage resources, and support staff ¹⁰.

In the March 3, 2026 primary, Lamont was projected to win the nonpartisan nomination with 57.32 % of the vote, making her one of the two candidates who will appear on the November ballot ¹¹.

No campaign website or official contact information was found in the available sources.

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