Dr. John Haley announces candidacy for Bay County School Board District 3

Panama City native and longtime educator seeks school board seat

Apr. 18, 2026 at 12:22am

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A serene, nostalgic painting of a school bus parked outside a simple school building, with warm sunlight and deep shadows creating a contemplative mood around the scene.The announcement of a local educator's candidacy for the Bay County School Board signals a community-driven approach to public education.Panama City Today

Dr. John Haley, a lifelong resident of Bay County, Florida, has announced his candidacy for the Bay County School Board District 3 seat. Haley, a veteran educator, made the announcement on Friday at the Bay County Government Center.

Why it matters

The Bay County School Board plays a crucial role in shaping educational policies and priorities for the region. Haley's candidacy represents a local resident and experienced educator seeking to have a voice in the district's future direction.

The details

Dr. John Haley is a Panama City native who has dedicated his career to education in Bay County. He has announced his intention to run for the District 3 seat on the Bay County School Board, which oversees schools in the central part of the county.

  • Haley announced his candidacy on Friday, April 18, 2026.

The players

Dr. John Haley

A lifelong resident of Bay County, Florida, and a veteran educator who has announced his candidacy for the Bay County School Board District 3 seat.

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What’s next

The election for the Bay County School Board District 3 seat will be held later this year.

The takeaway

Dr. Haley's candidacy represents a local, experienced educator seeking to have a voice in shaping the future of Bay County's public schools through the elected school board.