District 4 board member Christy Chong is seeking re-election. She faced two challengers in the August primary, and no candidate got more than 50% of the vote. As a result, there will be a runoff between the top two vote-getters, Chong and Trevor Tucker, in the November general election.
News4JAX sent a questionnaire to each candidate asking about their background and their views on several issues. Scroll down to read the responses of those seeking your vote in their own words.
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Note: Responses are sorted alphabetically and are presented exactly as submitted, with no editing by News4JAX staff.
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Christy Chong
Occupation: Current School Board Chair and Family Nurse Practitioner at Advent Health.
Age: 43
Family: I am married to my husband Kirk and we have three boys enrolled in Flagler Schools.
Education: Master of Science in Nursing.
Political experience: Current Flagler School Board Member.
What do you see as the top three issues in this race, and how do you plan to address them?
The top three issues in this race are managing our community’s growth, maintaining strong financial stewardship, and continuing the academic success that earned Flagler Schools an A district rating.
As our community grows, we must plan responsibly to ensure our schools have the capacity, staff, and resources to meet increasing enrollment without compromising the quality of education.
Second, we must be fiscally responsible. Rising costs and limited funding require careful budgeting, prioritizing classroom instruction, and finding efficiencies so every taxpayer dollar is used wisely.
Finally, we cannot become complacent. Earning an A district rating is a tremendous accomplishment, but keeping it will require a continued focus on academic excellence, supporting our teachers, ensuring safe learning environments, and making decisions that always put students first. As a current School Board member, I have the experience to help our district build on this success while preparing for the challenges ahead.
How can you help voters in a way that others running for this office cannot?
As a current School Board member, I understand the challenges our district faces and the importance of balancing budgets while planning for the future. As a mother, I bring the perspective of a parent who wants every child to have a safe, supportive, and high-performing school. As a board-certified nurse practitioner, I have built a career on problem-solving, listening, and making informed decisions based on facts.
I believe my experience, proven leadership, and commitment to fiscal responsibility will help ensure Flagler Schools continue to grow while maintaining the academic excellence that earned our district an A rating.
What would you hope to be remembered for accomplishing after serving in this office?
I am very proud that Flagler Schools has achieved an “A” rating under our board’s current leadership. This A rating is a powerful boost for our entire county. It means stronger opportunities for our children, greater pride in our community, and a brighter future for Flagler.
Campaign website: Christyforflagler.com
Campaign social media: Facebook
Trevor Tucker
Occupation: Business Owner
Age: 50
Family: Married 3 Children
Education: BS Accounting
Political experience: 12 Years Flagler School Board
What do you see as the top three issues in this race, and how do you plan to address them?
Retain Leadership by supporting the superintendent. Maintain high academic services through policy. Raise support staff and teacher pay by lobbying State Legislature for flexibility of capital dollars.
How can you help voters in a way that others running for this office cannot?
From 12 years experience knowing when items are achievable vs impossible.
What would you hope to be remembered for accomplishing after serving in this office?
Calm determination
Campaign website: electtucker.com
Campaign social media: Facebook