Kenneth Harris II

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Kenneth Harris II

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Prior offices

Prince George's County Board of Education District 7

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Last election

November 5, 2024

Education

Bachelor's

University of Maryland, Baltimore County, 2014

Graduate

Johns Hopkins University, 2017

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Birthplace

Silver Spring, Md.

Profession

Satellite engineer

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Kenneth Harris II was a member of the Prince George's County Board of Education in Maryland, representing District 7. He assumed office on December 7, 2020. He left office on December 2, 2024.

Harris ran for re-election to the Prince George's County Board of Education to represent District 7 in Maryland. He lost in the general election on November 5, 2024.

Biography

Kenneth Harris II was born in Silver Spring, Maryland. He earned an undergraduate degree from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County in May 2014 and a graduate degree from Johns Hopkins University in May 2017. His professional experience includes working as a satellite engineer. He is a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., the National Society of Black Engineers, and the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics.

Elections

2024

See also: Prince George's County Public Schools, Maryland, elections (2024)

General election

General election for Prince George's County Board of Education District 7

Phelton Moss defeated incumbent Kenneth Harris II and Sharon McKlveen in the general election for Prince George's County Board of Education District 7 on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Phelton Moss (Nonpartisan)	51.9	20,661
		Kenneth Harris II (Nonpartisan)	47.8	19,037
	Submit photo	Sharon McKlveen (Nonpartisan) (Write-in)	0.0	4
		Other/Write-in votes	0.3	118

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 39,820
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Nonpartisan primary election

Nonpartisan primary for Prince George's County Board of Education District 7

Incumbent Kenneth Harris II and Phelton Moss defeated Henrietta Holiday in the primary for Prince George's County Board of Education District 7 on May 14, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Kenneth Harris II (Nonpartisan)	39.4	5,156
✔		Phelton Moss (Nonpartisan)	35.4	4,627
	Submit photo	Henrietta Holiday (Nonpartisan)	25.2	3,301

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 13,084
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Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Harris in this election.

2020

See also: Prince George's County Public Schools, Maryland, elections (2020)

General election

General election for Prince George's County Board of Education District 7

Kenneth Harris II defeated Alexis Nicole Branch in the general election for Prince George's County Board of Education District 7 on November 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Kenneth Harris II (Nonpartisan)	63.2	26,670
		Alexis Nicole Branch (Nonpartisan)	36.5	15,399
		Other/Write-in votes	0.4	153

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 42,222
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Nonpartisan primary election

Nonpartisan primary for Prince George's County Board of Education District 7

Kenneth Harris II and Alexis Nicole Branch defeated incumbent Alexander Wallace in the primary for Prince George's County Board of Education District 7 on June 2, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Kenneth Harris II (Nonpartisan)	44.5	9,730
✔		Alexis Nicole Branch (Nonpartisan)	39.0	8,533
		Alexander Wallace (Nonpartisan)	16.5	3,618

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 21,881
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Campaign themes

2024

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2020

Kenneth Harris II completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Harris' 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.

A lifelong Maryland resident Kenneth Harris is a resident and product of the Prince Georges County School System. Beginning his work at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC) while still in High School, Mr. Harris champions the importance of early STEM exposure and engagement. As reflected in his TEDx Talk presented to students globally, concerning the power of mentorship and guidance.

Mr. Harris was acknowledged by Forbes Magazine amongst the world's youngest and most impactful individuals in the field of science. Kenneth is known for delivering thoughtful and dynamic leadership on programs of critical national and international importance. Since the age of 16, Kenneth has been involved in projects at NASA, totaling five satellites. Kenneth's honors and awards extend beyond his professional service to recognition of his tremendous leadership in the STEM field and international community. Mr. Harris has also appeared as a featured keynote speaker at a number of professional events, conferences, & symposia.

Mr. Harris graduated with honors from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering; he then completed a Masters of Science from Johns

Hopkins University in Engineering Management. When not leading space programs or inspiring students to realize their full potential, Mr. Harris enjoys fine cuisine, traveling internationally with his wife, and owns and operates a wedding photography company.

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?

• Encouraging Parental Engagement
• Increased Internships Through Company to Classroom Pipelines
• Enhancing The Voice Of Our Educators

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

The proper allocation of county funds within the school system.

What legacy would you like to leave?

I truly define success by the impact you make of others lives. Which is why I have dedicated my career to not only increase representation throughout the field of STEM but to also intentional seek teach others about the power of mentorship. As a student I was often face with adversity and challenges that my mentors help be navigate. Thus I now realize I must pay it forward to the next generation. I am in a unique position where I am able to influence the younger generation encouraging them to pursue internship, mentors, and full careers. While also being able to influence the older generation asking them to reach back and pour into another. Enabling them to navigate certain challenges more efficiently. Thus I want my legacy to be that I impacted as many lives as I could, either directly or indirectly. So I will pursue these opportunities and pour into the next generation, because just as someone was there for me when I needed them I will be there for the next generation. Using my authority on the school board to restore the Prince Georges County School System to one of the best in the country.

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

For my very first job I worked as a Janitor at Bowie High School. This was a result of not listening to my mom when she said "You need to get a job and make some money this summer!" I wanted until the last minute and had no other choice but to accept the Custodial position. I kept this job for 3 months.

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