Lynn for Wake

Hello! Thank you for visiting my website to learn more about me.

I’m Lynn Edmonds, running for re-election to the Wake County School Board, District 5. It

has been an honor and a privilege to serve on the Wake Board of Education since

December of 2022. While the work is often challenging, it is also rewarding as is always

evident to me when I visit our public schools. Visiting our schools and attending school

events, plus interacting with students and teachers is my favorite part of the job. I am

eager to continue my service to the people of District 5 and I hope you will support my

re-election.

I am grounded in the belief that public schools are a public good and vital to a healthy

democracy. Born and raised in Durham, my husband and I are both graduates of

Durham Public Schools. Our two adult children were well educated in Wake County

Public Schools. During their K-12 years in WCPSS, I served on multiple PTAs in various

roles including President, Secretary and Committee Chair. Actively engaging in my

community and public service is important to me. As someone who believes in the

power of reading as essential to student success, I’m proud to hold an at-large position

on the Wake Library Commission, currently serving my fourth term. For the last decade, I

have worked for Public Schools First NC and currently serve as Outreach Director.

Students and educators need champions right now. They need leaders who will

advocate for their needs: equitable resources, mental health supports and improving

working conditions. I have been and will continue to be that champion. I will continue be

that leader. I look forward to sharing more with you in the coming months and hearing

what vision you have for our school system and District 5.

LYNN EDMONDS