JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Several newly-elected Duval County Public Schools members will be sworn in Tuesday evening.
Four of seven seats on the DCPS school board were up for election this year and the following candidates who won in their districts will take their oath to become a new member of the board:
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- Tony Ricardo - District 1
- Cindy Pearson - District 3 (Reelection)
- Reginald K. Blount - District 5
- Melody Bolduc - District 7
The Northside Coalition of Jacksonville will also hold a protest before the new members are sworn in to advocate for an “inclusive future” for students.
The organization aims to condemn what it calls the “racist, sexist, homophobic, transphobic, and anti-science social media posts by newly elected board member Tony Ricardo” and hold board members accountable for the responsibilities the NCOJ says should be followed:
- Honoring the expertise and experience of DCPS educators and administrators.
- Leading with humility and respect for the diverse voices within our community.
- Engaging in good-faith governance that prioritizes transparency and accountability.
- Collaborating to ensure all children in Duval County are healthy, safe, engaged, supported, and challenged as learners.