Get to Know the 2026 Chicago Board of Education Candidates
The Chicago Board of Education plays an important role in shaping the future of Chicago Public Schools—and your voice matters.
With the November 3, 2026 election approaching, take time to learn about the candidates running for the Chicago Board of Education. Get to know the candidates representing your school’s district, learn about their backgrounds and priorities, and make an informed decision when you head to the polls. The following is a list of candidates provided by the Chicago Board of Elections as of August 24, 2026. Candidate information may be subject to change, so voters are encouraged to check the latest information from the Chicago Board of Elections before voting.
Chicago Board of Education Candidates on the November 3, 2026 Ballot
President of the Chicago Board of Education
Victor P. Henderson
Jessica Biggs
Sendhil Revuluri
Hilario Dominguez
Member, Subdistrict 1A
Ed Bannon
Margie B. Luczak
Member, Subdistrict 1B
Claudia Peralta
Michelle N. Pierre
Member, Subdistrict 2A
Ebony DeBerry
Bruce Leon
Hector Morales
Member, Subdistrict 2B
Deborah “Debby” Pope
Kyna Lenhof
Daniel Basco
Member, Subdistrict 3A
Norma Rios Sierra
Peter Gonzales
Member, Subdistrict 3B
Jason Dónes
Carlos A. Rivas Jr.
Member, Subdistrict 4A
Ellen Sherratt
Karen Zaccor
Angel Alvarez
Member, Subdistrict 4B
Ellen Rosenfeld
Member, Subdistrict 5A
LaPamela Williams
Aaron “Jitu” Brown
Member, Subdistrict 5B
Michilla “Kyla” Blaise
Anthony Hargrove
Member, Subdistrict 6A
Anusha Thotakura
Isaiah White
Brenda Lee Anderson
Member, Subdistrict 6B
Michael L. Neal
Brittany B. Kimble
Member, Subdistrict 7A
Emma Lozano
Jesus Ayala Jr.
Member, Subdistrict 7B
Yesenia Lopez
Erika E. Diaz-Chavez
Member, Subdistrict 8A
Angel Gutierrez
Member, Subdistrict 8B
Juan Ignacio Gonzalez
Member, Subdistrict 9A
Brittany R. Bailey Preston
Member, Subdistrict 9B
Therese Boyle
Katherine S. Dunneback
Member, Subdistrict 10A
Che “Rhymefest” Smith
Member, Subdistrict 10B
Connie Anderson
Patrick C. Watson
Don’t Forget to Register to Vote
Before Election Day, make sure you’re registered and that your voter information is up to date. Chicago residents can register to vote here.
Not sure which school district you’re in? Find your district here, then learn more about the candidates who will appear on your ballot.
Know your district. Know your candidates. Know your vote. Your participation can help shape the future of Chicago Public Schools.
