William Barbee
William Barbee (Republican Party) is running for election for an at-large seat of the Cabarrus County Schools school board in North Carolina. Barbee is on the ballot in the Republican primary on March 3, 2026.[source]
Elections
2026
See also: Cabarrus County Schools, North Carolina, elections (2026)
General election
The primary occurred on March 3, 2026. The general election will occur on November 3, 2026. General election candidates will be added here following the primary.
The candidate list in this election may not be complete.
General election for Cabarrus County Schools school board At-large (3 seats)
Incumbent Pam Escobar (D), Courtney Steinberg (D), and Mishell Williams (D) are running in the general election for Cabarrus County Schools school board At-large on November 3, 2026.
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Democratic primary
The Democratic primary scheduled for March 3, 2026, was canceled. Incumbent Pam Escobar (D), Courtney Steinberg (D), and Mishell Williams (D) advanced from the Democratic primary for Cabarrus County Schools school board At-large without appearing on the ballot.
Republican primary
The candidate list in this election may not be complete.
Republican primary for Cabarrus County Schools school board At-large (3 seats)
Deborah Allen (R), William Barbee (R), Bubba Hartsell (R), Robert Kirk (R), and Amanda Wortman (R) ran in the Republican primary for Cabarrus County Schools school board At-large on March 3, 2026.
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Campaign themes
2026
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Campaign website
Barbee's campaign website stated the following:
Students First - Always
- Every decision should answer one question: Does this help students learn, grow, and succeed?
- Focus on academic achievement, safety, and preparing students for life beyond graduation.
Support for Teachers and Staff
- Teachers should be trusted as professionals and supported, not micromanaged.
- Competitive pay, classroom resources, and respectful leadership help retain great educators.
- Less bureaucracy, more teaching.
Parental Involvement and Transparency
- Parents are partners, not obstacles.
- Open communication, clear curriculum information, and no surprises.
- School boards should listen before they decide.
Preparing Students for Real Life
- College is one path, not the only one.
- Support career and technical education, vocational programs, internships, and life skills.
- Students should graduate with options and confidence.
Balanced Approach to Student Well-Being
- Support students’ social and emotional development without sacrificing academic rigor.
- Mental health resources should complement, not replace, learning.
Strong Core Academics
- Emphasize excellence in reading, writing, math, science, and civics as the foundation for all students.
- Early literacy and numeracy are non-negotiable—kids who fall behind early struggle later.
Safe, Orderly, and Respectful Schools
- Students learn best in classrooms that are safe, calm, and focused.
- Clear behavior expectations, consistent discipline, and support for struggling students.
- Safety planning that includes mental health, bullying prevention, and secure facilities.
Responsible Use of Taxpayer Dollars
- Every dollar should go to the classroom whenever possible.
- Fiscal responsibility, long-term planning, and accountability matter.
- Smart budgeting builds public trust.
Local Control, Local Values
- Decisions should reflect the needs and values of the local community, not one-size-fits-all policies.
- The school board’s job is governance, not politics.
Experience and Common Sense Leadership
- Emphasize planning, budgeting, problem-solving, or business/community experience.
- Focus on collaboration, not division.
- The goal is steady leadership, not headlines.
— William Barbee's campaign website (February 20, 2026)
See also
2026 Elections
External links
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