NewsSuncoast SearchlightSeptember 4, 2026Manatee
Sarasota County youth activists participate in school board election campaigns
High school students campaigned for three liberal-leaning candidates during the August Sarasota County school board election. Despite being under the legal voting age, these students engaged in door-to-door canvassing to support their preferred candidates.
Read the full story at Suncoast SearchlightWhy It Matters
The involvement of youth activists in local school board elections highlights a shift in campaign engagement strategies within Sarasota County.
Key Facts
- Three liberal-leaning candidates ran for seats on the Sarasota County school board.
- High school students engaged in door-to-door canvassing for these candidates.
- The election took place in August.
- Jodany Del Rosario-Arcadia, a 17-year-old student, participated in the campaign efforts.
Who's Mentioned
personMegan Tennimon“Newly elected Sarasota County School Board member for District 4.”organizationNext Gen Dems“Democratic club focused on mobilizing younger voters.”organizationBooker High School“School attended by the featured student activist”personJodany Del Rosario-Arcadia“Student organizer and Booker High School senior.”organizationSocial Equity through Education (SEE) Alliance“Nonprofit organization focused on student advocacy.”personHeidi Brandt“School board candidate backed by the Republican Party.”locationSarasota County“Jurisdiction where the school board election took place”personZander Moricz“Founder of Social Equity through Education (SEE) Alliance.”personJimmy Glover“School board candidate advancing to a November runoff.”personBeth Mayberry“Newly elected Sarasota County School Board member.”personSebastian Martinez“President of Next Gen Dems.”