Keith Hicks

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Keith Hicks

Nonpartisan

Elections and appointments

Last election

November 7, 2023

Education

Bachelor's

Averett University

Graduate

University of Phoenix

Personal

Birthplace

Richmond, Va.

Religion

Christian

Profession

Educator

Keith Hicks ran for election to the Henrico County Public Schools to represent Fairfield District in Virginia. Hicks lost in the general election on November 7, 2023.

Biography

Keith Hicks was born in Richmond, Virginia. He received a bachelor's degree from Averett University in 2010 and an advanced degree from the University of Phoenix in 2013. Hicks' professional experience includes working in education. He was appointed to the Virginia Manufacturing Housing Board and has been associated with the Astoria Beneficial Club, Toastmasters, Masons, and Virginia Heroes.

Elections

2023

See also: Henrico County Public Schools, Virginia, elections (2023)

General election

General election for Henrico County Public Schools, Fairfield District

Ryan Young defeated Terrell Pollard, Tommie LeVar Jefferson, Crystal Parker, and Keith Hicks in the general election for Henrico County Public Schools, Fairfield District on November 7, 2023.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Ryan Young (Nonpartisan)	26.2	5,034
		Terrell Pollard (Nonpartisan)	25.9	4,973
		Tommie LeVar Jefferson (Nonpartisan)	20.0	3,847
		Crystal Parker (Nonpartisan)	17.6	3,375
		Keith Hicks (Nonpartisan)	9.6	1,838
		Other/Write-in votes	0.8	153

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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Roscoe Cooper III (Nonpartisan)

Endorsements

Hicks received the following endorsements.

• Virginia Citizens Defense League

Ratings

Hicks received ratings or grades from the following organizations.

• Virginia Citizens Defense League

2019

See also: Henrico County Public Schools, Virginia, elections (2019)

General election

General election for Henrico County Public Schools, Fairfield District

Incumbent Roscoe Cooper III defeated Keith Hicks in the general election for Henrico County Public Schools, Fairfield District on November 5, 2019.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Roscoe Cooper III (Nonpartisan)	64.4	11,899
		Keith Hicks (Nonpartisan)	35.0	6,465
		Other/Write-in votes	0.6	110

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 18,474
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Campaign themes

2023

Ballotpedia survey responses

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2019

Keith Hicks completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2019. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Hicks' responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Keith Hicks is a self-motivated unique individual that has been in the banking and finance business for over 20 years which includes many years of community service and engagement. His educational background and work experience offer a unique and fresh perspective as a school board member which will initiate a different conversation in the area of budget management, planning and community development. Keith Hicks also has a Master's in Public Administration that affords him the knowledge and insight which is needed for improving the Fairfield district's funding and resource shortfalls. Hicks has worked for the three largest banks in the area, which include Wells Fargo, Bank of America and SunTrust in banking and finance; however, his true passion is working with and improving the learning experience for the children from his community. The time spent in the classroom as a substitute teacher in Henrico County Public Schools, allowed him the opportunity to focus on autism, special education and the inclusion of all students. This well-rounded and multi-faceted work experience provided him the opportunity to see firsthand, the inequities that face our children, principals, staff and stakeholders within the Fairfield District.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Provide funding for the Math and Science Innovation Center
• The school system major issues are the lack of funding teacher salaries to exceed the national average, Henrico county has a high turn over of teachers every year and needs to institute a more robust recruiting and retention system that will ensure the district retain the best and the brightest teachers and staff.
• increasing the resources that teachers need in the classroom, utilizing a larger share of the revenue received from the meals tax to go toward teacher salaries. Teacher salaries need to receive the largest share of the meals tax revenue in order for our teachers to exceed the teacher national average in wages.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Teacher salaries, funding the Math and Science Innovation Center and reducing the number of students in the classroom.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

My mother and father. They taught me the value of hard work and how to treat others as you want to be treated

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert T. Kiyosaki

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Transparency and reliability

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

Honesty and integrity

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Say what you mean and mean what you say. Be the change you want to see.

What legacy would you like to leave?

Improving the lives of all the children in Henrico County

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

Introducing L. Douglas Wilder at Moore Street Baptist Church. I was 12 years old.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

Quality Control Engineer at Westvaco. I worked there for six years.

What is your favorite book? Why?

Rich dad poor dad. Money matters and the ability to earn it.

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

Captain America

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

We are the world

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

Making sure that all children have the same opportunity

What is the primary job of a school board member in your view?

An effective school board plays an important watchdog role in keeping your local school on track, and setting policies that affect your child and your school. The school board sets the vision and goals for the school district, and holds the district accountable for results.

Who are your constituents?

The members of the Fairfield District.

How would you support the diverse needs of your district’s students, faculty, staff, and community?

I would treat everyone equally.

How will you build relationships with members of the broader community? Which groups, organizations, stakeholders will you specifically target?

I would be a listening board to all members and be receptive to their needs. My main focus would be the P.T.A.

What will you do to build a better relationship with parents in the district? What plans do you have to be inclusive of parental involvement?

i would increase the visibility of the school P.T.A and encourage parents to get involved in their children lives.

Do you believe it is important to intentionally recruit with the aim of diversifying the district’s faculty, staff, and administration? If so, what would be your policy to achieve this?

I believe that diversity is a key component to a strong, innovative school system. This county was built on diversity, Different perspectives and ideas create a better outcome. If we all looked and thought alike, their would be no creativity. Creativity opens the door to better solutions.

What issues get in the way of quality education? How would you address these obstacles?

Funding get in the way of a quality education.Ensure that education receives all the necessary funding that is needed to be successful.

What constitutes good teaching? How will you measure this? How will you support advanced teaching approaches?

A good teacher is a teacher that cares about their students. It is measured by the quality of care that the teacher provides to the student. I totally agree with advanced teaching approaches and support all teachers efforts.

What type of skills should students be learning for success in the 21st century?

Reading, Math and Science skills coupled with communications skills and leadership skills..

How might you improve the value of a high school diploma? What should a 21st century diploma reflect?

The high school diploma is a award for completing a set of classes prescribed by the federal government. a 21 century diploma should include all the child's achievements and accomplishments.

In what areas would you like to expand curriculum? For example, do you see a need for advanced technical training or apprenticeships? What sort of innovative programming would you advance if given the opportunity?

I am in total agreement that all children will not go on to college. I believe that children should be identified in the 9th grade , whether they will go to college or pursue a advance technical training opportunity. I would increase our funding for vocational training classes and encourage students to pursue their passions.

What strategies or plans would you advance to ensure the schools are properly funded?

Ensure the budget is fully funded.

What principles drive your policies for safety in schools?

Our children deserve a opportunity to a safe and fair education.

How might you support the mental health needs of students/faculty/staff?

Provide the necessary funding to meet the children where they are.

What role do you imagine technology playing in (and outside) the classroom in the future? How would you prepare the district for this?

Funding the Math and Science Innovation Center is the key to as technology driven district. I would achieve this by funding the Math and Science Innovation Center.

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