Carol Boston
Non-Partisan | Florida
Candidate Profile
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
EDUCATION
Kent State University, Kent, BBA, 1982-1986
WORK & MILITARY
Santa Rosa County School District, Substitute Teacher, 2001-2014
Kimberly Clark, Sales Rep, 1992-1995
Nestle Foods, Territory Manager, 1987-1991
AFFILIATIONS
Community Life Church, Youth group leader, 2006-2012
Gulf Breeze Optimist Club, Member, 2014-2026
Santa Rosa Kids House, Board of Directors, 2024-2026
Santa Rosa Republican Women’s Club, President/member, 2010-2026
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Santa Rosa County School Board District 3, 2014-2026
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Santa Rosa County School Board District 3, 2010-2026
ENDORSEMENTS
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (4)
Wendell Hall
Alex Andrade
Tim Bryant
Eddie Hand
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (1)
Mike Hill (2013)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (0)
LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (0)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (2)
American Federation of Teachers (2014)
National Education Association (national, state & local affiliates) (2014)
SELECTED FINANCIAL SOURCE DOCUMENTS
Complete list of candidate's Campaign Finance Reports can be found on the Santa Rosa County Supervisor of Elections website.
OTHER INFORMATION
WUWF: Three School Board seats up for grabs in Santa Rosa (08/08/2022)
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QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Human life deserves legal protection from conception until natural death.
Agree
Having many family members in the medical field, I am an advocate of palliative care. Providing patients and families the information to understand complex diagnosis to make well informed decisions on their treatment plan and future medical wishes.
What role should the school serve in helping a student with an unwanted or crisis pregnancy?
None
ECONOMY
Student loan forgiveness unfairly shifts the financial burden to those not responsible for student debt.
Strongly Agree
I am hope-full that adding financial literacy to Florida curriculum will help curtail the unnecessary debt. I am a strong advocate for Industry Certifications and Career and technical education that allows students to earn a focused relevant education that equates to employment and professional success with little or no debt.
What is your position on government funding of public education from Pre-K through college?
In Florida, districts primary funding source is the state legislature. In 2019 the legislature implemented Family Empowerment Scholarships allowing families school choice.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
With regard to public schools, what does "separation of church and state" mean to you?
As many say, “as long as there are tests in school, there will be prayer.” I feel that religious education is my responsibility as a parent and I do not want a teacher or administrator directing my child in their faith as it may not align with my families.
IMMIGRATION
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) enhances the safety and security of communities by identifying and detaining illegal aliens.
Strongly Agree
EDUCATION
Abortion and gender-affirming providers, including Planned Parenthood, should be a resource for instruction or services in the school.
Disagree
Consequences for bad behavior create a safe and orderly environment, which is essential for student learning.
Agree
Having detailed policies and a clear discipline plan outlined in the Code of Student Conduct and applying them consistently is imperative. We implement a Multi-Tiered System of Supports(MTSS) before escalating to suspensions, while enforcing strict zero tolerance policies for weapons, drugs and major offenses.
Educators should give students a thorough education in America's founding documents and cultivate American patriotism.
Agree
Florida Statute support this by requiring a Civics course and end of course exam.
I support eliminating the U.S. Department of Education and giving control back to states and communities.
Agree
This is a complex issue at this point; as a Constitutionalist, education is not outlined as a federal department. There would need to be a very detailed strategic plan to eliminate as so many federal programs have been put into place. Title funds are implemented for pre-k, reading, breakfast and lunch programs etc.
If you support the teaching of Sex Ed, please answer the following question: Sexual education should include these topics (list all that apply and add your own, if needed) -- abortion methods and side effects; abstinence; consent; contraceptive methods; human anatomy/the reproductive system; physical and emotional health outcomes; sex acts and pleasures of sex; sexual orientation and gender identity; stages of pregnancy and fetal development
School board members in Florida must primarily with Statute requiring specific curriculum, that said parents have always been offered an opt out option for sex Ed.
Please list in order the following priorities in relation to the role of a K-12 public school (omitting any that do not apply): American History, Art & Music, Civics, Critical Race Theory, Foreign Language, Gender Identity, Information Technology, Language Arts, Mathematics, Personal Finances, Physical Fitness, Political Activism, Science, Sexuality, Social Emotional Learning, Vocational Learning
The primary course is not listed here; reading is number one for young students so they may participate as curriculum advances. I am a huge supporter of Industry certifications and career and technical education, providing a well balanced curriculum so that students can become lifelong learners, obtain a focused relevant education to become productive members of society. Bottom line, the priority of subjects is individual to the students academic capabilities and interests.
Public schools should prioritize academic achievement and building character necessary to preserve American traditions and self-government.
Agree
School choice creates competition, and that competition will push public schools to improve their educational systems.
Agree
I am a business major so I believe in competition in the market place. Our district has always provided support to home school families to be successful. A level playing field is important.
VALUES
Biological males should be allowed to participate in women's sports or occupy biological women's spaces whether it be bathrooms, locker rooms, sorority houses, women's shelters, or prison.
Strongly Disagree
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a Christian who believes in the trinity-God as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit and that humanity receives salvation through faith and God’s grace.
Government should recognize and support the fundamental right and essential duty of parents to direct their child's health and educational well-being.
Agree
Absolutely, and along with every right comes responsibilities.
I support the teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., that people should be judged by the content of their character and not the color of their skin.
Agree
As a military family; the United States Military is the most diverse organization in the country, we have met stellar, professional, dedicated people and some not so stellar of all backgrounds. The content of a persons character is of utmost importance.
Marriage is a God-ordained, sacred and legal union of one man and one woman. No government has the authority to alter this definition.
Agree
Mental health conditions such as anorexia and gender dysphoria need to be treated, not affirmed.
Agree
School library books that have literary value, as determined by experts, should be exempt from obscenity laws.
Neutral
I am neutral in my position as I swore an oath to uphold the constitution of the State of Florida. Therefore our district policies; 4.22 and 4.21 comply house bill 1467. These policies outline allowed materials and allow parents to restrict their child’s access to media materials at levels ranging from “unlimited” to “no access”.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
Only United States citizens with proper identification should have voting privileges.
ABOUT YOU
Have you ever been convicted of a felony? If so, please explain.
No
Have you ever been penalized for sexual misconduct in either civil or criminal court? If so, please explain.
No
I voted in these primaries and general elections:
2014 Republican Primary 2014 General Election 2016 Republican Primary 2016 General Election 2018 Republican Primary 2018 General Election 2020 Republican Primary 2020 General Election 2022 Republican Primary 2022 General Election
What political party are you affiliated with?
Republican
When you consider your views on a wide range of issues from economic and social matters to immigration and religious liberty, which of the following best describes you overall?
Conservative
2ND AMENDMENT
Faculty who are licensed to carry and have had ongoing training should be allowed to carry guns at school in order to respond to an active shooter situation.
Agree
Our district has implemented a guardian program working collaboratively with local law enforcement to provide appropriate training.
