The Chicago electoral board finalized the school board ballot after removing candidate Tameka Walton. Citywide voters will see five choices for president, while five districts will have only one candidate option. The changes stem from the July 2026 ballot certification process.
Key Points
- Electoral board removes Tameka Walton from the ballot
- Five candidates listed for citywide school board president position
- Five districts restricted to a single candidate choice
Implications for Educational Freedom
The ballot structure determines school board composition, which sets district policies on curriculum and funding allocation. Uneven candidate options across districts affect voter input on local education governance. School board elections directly shape parental access to decision-making on K-12 programs.
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