Get to Know the TAAAC-Endorsed Candidates

County Executive: Allison Pickard

Allison is the standout candidate to serve as our next county executive and has earned the endorsement of TAAAC.

County Council Candidates

Kelly Smith

District 1 (North County and Meade)

Catelyn Middlebrooks

District 2 (Severn, Old Mill, Glen Burnie)

Rebecca Baucom

District 3 (Northeast, Chesapeake)

A current TAAAC member and long-time special educator, Rebecca clearly has educators' priorities at heart. She will be a strong advocate for AACPS employees, public education, and working families.

Julie Hummer

District 4 (Meade, Arundel)

Julie has been an advocate for children and families throughout her terms as councilmember, Board of Education member, PTA president, AACPS parent, and special education teacher. She has worked to reduce class sizes, expand mental health and special education services, and increase pay for all educators.

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Natalie Ogilvie

District 5 (Severna Park, Broadneck)

Small business owner and AACPS parent, Natalie Ogilvie is ready to fight for pro-public education priorities around right to strike legislation, increased investments in education, affordable housing, and more.

Gavin Buckley

District 6 (Annapolis)

As the former mayor of Annapolis, Gavin's community relationships, clear track record of improving the quality of life within the city of Annapolis, and business connections throughout the district made him stand out in a crowded field. He is also using public campaign financing.

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Spencer Jones

District 7 (Crofton, South River, Southern)

As the owner of Chick & Ruth’s Delly and several county Five Guys restaurants, Spencer’s campaign is focused on supporting our local economy and addressing issues of affordability. He is strongly aligned on educators’ priority issues including embracing our diverse community and wants to bring a new, young perspective to Crofton and south county.

Make a Plan to Vote

Elections are our chance to send a clear message that we’re not going back to slashed budgets and harmful policies that leave too many students behind. Make sure you’re ready to vote with our step-by-step guide.
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