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Jacqueline Burton announces candidacy for CMCSS School Board, District 5
Longtime educational support professional seeks to support students and educators on the school board
Published on Feb. 25, 2026
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Jacqueline Burton, an educational support professional with over 20 years of experience working directly in schools, has announced her candidacy for the Clarksville-Montgomery County School Board, District 5. Burton has served on various education association boards and plans to focus on academic excellence, supporting and retaining diverse educators, fiscal responsibility, and transparency if elected.
Why it matters
The Clarksville-Montgomery County School District plays a vital role in the community, and the school board members who are elected help shape the district's policies, priorities, and allocation of resources. Burton's extensive experience working in schools provides her with unique insights that could benefit the district.
The details
Burton has served on the Clarksville-Montgomery County Education Association Executive Board, the Tennessee Education Association Board of Directors, and the National Education Association Board of Directors. She says her decision to run for the school board comes from a deep understanding of the district's needs and a strong commitment to student success. If elected, Burton plans to focus on academic excellence, supporting and retaining diverse, quality educators and staff, maintaining fiscal responsibility, and promoting transparency in district decisions.
- Jacqueline Burton announced her candidacy on February 25, 2026.
The players
Jacqueline Burton
An educational support professional with more than 20 years of experience working directly in schools and supporting students, teachers, and families.
Clarksville-Montgomery County School District
The public school district serving Clarksville and Montgomery County, Tennessee.
What they’re saying
“Our schools are the heart of our community. For the past 20 years, I have worked alongside educators and students every day. I've seen the challenges we face and the incredible dedication of our staff. I'm running to help ensure our students and educators receive the support they deserve.”
— Jacqueline Burton, Candidate for CMCSS School Board, District 5 (Clarksville Now)
“Throughout my career as an educational support professional, I gained firsthand insight into classroom environments, student services, and the importance of collaboration between staff and families. If elected, I plan to focus on academic excellence, supporting and retaining diverse, quality educators and staff, maintaining fiscal responsibility, and promoting transparency in district decisions.”
— Jacqueline Burton, Candidate for CMCSS School Board, District 5 (Clarksville Now)
What’s next
The election for the CMCSS School Board, District 5 seat will be held on November 5, 2026.
The takeaway
Jacqueline Burton's extensive experience working in schools and her commitment to supporting students, educators, and the community make her a strong candidate for the CMCSS School Board. Her focus on academic excellence, retaining quality staff, fiscal responsibility, and transparency could benefit the district if she is elected.
