Meet the Great Eight

Dr. Regina Hedgeman Johnson

Dr. Regina Hedgeman Johnson - candidate for Glynn County Board of Education, District 4
Dr. Regina Hedgeman Johnson Candidate Glynn County Board of Education District 4

Dr. Regina Hedgeman Johnson
Glynn County Board of Education, District 4
I am a 30-year veteran, accomplished educator, facilitator and trainer in Glynn County schools. I am a community servant, civic leader, parent, and grandparent committed to advancing and advocating for quality, policy-driven education that empowers educators and supports families to positively impact student learning.

Occupation: Retired Teacher
Home: Brunswick

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/regina.h.johnson

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Glynn County Board of Education

Dr. Markisha Butler

Dr. Markisha Butler Glynn County Board of Education, At-Large Occupation: Regional apprenticeship coordinator Home: Brunswick
Dr. Markisha Butler – candidate for Glynn County Board of Education, At-Large

Dr. Markisha Butler
Glynn County Board of Education, At-Large, Post 1
Leadership is inclusive, and I plan to put the public back into public education. I am a champion and a graduate of Glynn County public schools. I have a personal interest in preserving and improving the quality of education for all. My networking and strategic planning will allow me to forge strong partnerships that will enhance workforce opportunities for students.

Occupation: Regional Apprenticeship Coordinator
Home: Brunswick

Campaign Website:   www.drmarkishabutler.com

Facebook:  www.facebook.com/drmarkishabutlerforschoolboard

Instagram:  www.instagram.com/drmarkishabutler/

Email:  drmarkishabutler@gmail.com

Donate:  www.paypal.me/drmarkishabutler1

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Barbara Baisden

Barbara Baisden – candidate for Glynn County Board of Commissioners, District 3
Barbara Baisden –
candidate for
Glynn County
Board of
Commissioners,
District 3

Glynn County Board of Commissioners, District 3
Barbara Baisden has taught in Glynn County schools for 25 years. Although she retired in 2010, she still subs regularly around the District.

A Brunswick native, she was the first teacher of the year honored at Satilla Elementary School in 1998. “Children have been my life for many, many years. They give me back as much as I have given them.” She thinks it’s critical to give children as much one-on-one time as possible, to find out what their true needs are.

Occupation: Educator
Residence: Brunswick

Campaign Website: https://www.baisdenforcommissioner.com/

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Glynn County Board of Commissioners

Julian “Puddy” Smith

Julian "Puddy" Smith - candidate for Glynn County Board of Commissioners, At-Large
Julian “Puddy” Smith – candidate for Glynn County Board of Commissioners, At-Large

Julian “Puddy” Smith
Glynn County Board of Commissioners, At-Large Post 1

A retired college professor, I spent ten years on town council and eight years on planning boards, elsewhere. I have owned a home on Saint Simons Island since 1993 and have attended almost all County Commission and Island Planning Commission meetings for the last, three years.

As a Commissioner, I would work hard to stop colleagues from ignoring the public and from wasting time and tax dollars. I am married and have three kids and five grandchildren.

Occupation: Retired Professor
Residence: Saint Simons Island

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Cedric King

Cedric King - candidate for Georgia State House District 167
Cedric King, Candidate for Georgia State House District 167

Cedric King
Georgia State House District 167
I am the Manager of Community Relations at Pinova Inc. and an active member of our community. I am currently serving on several community organizations, including the Brunswick-Golden Isles Chamber Executive Board, College of Coastal Georgia Trustee Foundation, Coastal Area District Development Authority Board, Glynn County Airport Commission, Coastal Georgia Basketball (Founder), Communities In Schools of Glynn Advisory Board and Glynn Academy School Council. My wife, Crystal and I, have two, wonderful children.
Occupation: Community Relations Manager
Residence: Brunswick

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Cedric-King-for-GA-State-House-Rep-District-167-359999177836251/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cedking1/