Alexandre Bailand Bohannon

Alexandre (Alex) Bohannon is a Democratic member of the Winston‑Salem/Forsyth County Schools Board of Education, representing District 1. The board governs the public K‑12 system for Forsyth County, setting policy, approving the district budget, hiring the superintendent, and overseeing curriculum and facilities. Board members are elected to four‑year terms and are expected to represent the interests of parents, students, and taxpayers while ensuring compliance with state education law.

Bohannon first assumed office on February 8 2022 after winning a general‑election race that paired him with fellow Democrat Trevonia Brown‑Gaither. He was re‑elected in 2022 with 51 % of the vote (19,902 votes) and again advanced from the Democratic primary in March 2026 with 19.2 % of the vote (3,427 votes) ahead of several challengers, securing a place on the November 3 2026 general‑election ballot [1]. During his tenure he has served as Vice Chair of the board, a role that positions him to help set meeting agendas and lead discussions on key policy issues.

Public statements and meeting minutes show Bohannon focusing on creating “inclusive, culturally relevant learning environments” for all students, especially those from under‑represented identities. At a March 2023 town‑hall hosted by the Forsyth County Association of Educators, he responded to pending state legislation (House Bills 187 and 188) that would restrict classroom discussions of race and gender and expand punitive discipline. He emphasized the board’s commitment to affirming student identities and warned that returning to harsh disciplinary measures would undo recent progress on equity and student well‑being [10].

While detailed biographical data such as education or professional background are not provided in the available sources, Bohannon’s public record on the board demonstrates active engagement with district policy, advocacy for inclusive curricula, and opposition to legislation perceived as limiting classroom freedom. He continues to campaign for re‑election in 2026, seeking to retain his seat alongside fellow incumbent Brown‑Gaither as the district navigates ongoing debates over funding, school renovations, and student mental‑health services.

Bohannon’s campaign materials are not linked in the sources, and no direct contact information (email or phone) is publicly listed. Voters can learn more about his positions through board meeting recordings, local news coverage, and the Ballotpedia candidate page [1].

Sources

• [1] Alex Bohannon - Ballotpedia
• [7] Vote-USA | Alex B. Bohannon | Previous Candidate for Forsyth County Board of Education District 1, Forsyth County, North Carolina
• [8] Candidate Profiles – NC Voter Guide
• [10] WS/FCS school board members speak out against pending education bills | 88.5 WFDD