Kim Summers
Candidate for the upcoming General Election on November 3, 2026. Always verify official ballot status with the Maryland State Board of Elections.
Kim Summers is a candidate for the St. Mary's County Board of Education (District 3). A lifelong educator and 61-year-old Mechanicsville resident, she served 32 years with St. Mary's County Public Schools, including 19 years as an elementary school principal across three schools. Her campaign emphasizes classroom discipline, teacher safety and support, classroom-first fiscal transparency, and preparing students for future career success.
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Verified Policy Stances & Platform
Public record positions, statements, and campaign positions.
Classroom Discipline, Student Behavior Management & Educator Safety
Emphasizes that student behavior is critical to educational success, advocating for strong administrative backing for educators so teachers can instruct without learning being derailed by behavioral disruptions or threats to classroom safety.
"Class size does matter. Behavior matters even more. It’s not just that it’s impossible to meet the needs of 30 engaged students in one room. The real issue is that almost every class has one or two students who don’t want to be there and can derail learning for everyone else. Teachers can manage big classes. What they can’t do is teach, redirect, protect, and de-escalate all at once when one or two students are constantly disrupting… or worse. Teachers want to teach, not die."
Fiscally Conservative Budgeting & Direct Classroom Funding
Brings 32 years of internal SMCPS operational experience to advocate for budget transparency and fiscal discipline, ensuring public education tax dollars directly reach teachers, students, and classrooms rather than administrative overhead.
"Summers said she is 'fiscally conservative' and wants to improve transparency about how the board is spending money and communicate that information to the public. Specifically, she believes funding should be allocated toward classrooms, students and teachers... she understands the budget process and how money is spent, and her various prior roles make her an asset."
Problem-Solving Leadership Rooted in 32 Years of Public School Experience
Leverages 19 years as an elementary school principal across three schools to bring common-sense problem solving, teacher support, and career readiness to the Board of Education.
"For 32 years, I had the privilege of serving our students, families, teachers, and community... As a candidate for the Board of Education, I hope to continue that service by bringing experience, common sense, strong leadership, and a deep understanding of our schools to the Board. I believe in supporting our teachers, putting students first, listening to parents and families, and making thoughtful decisions that keep our schools strong."
Official Campaign Priorities
- Classroom Discipline & Teacher Safety: Addressing student behavior disruptions to allow educators to teach and keep classrooms safe
- Fiscal Discipline & Transparency: Directing school system budget resources directly to classrooms, students, and teachers
- Collaborative Problem Solving: Bringing 32 years of internal SMCPS leadership experience to school board governance
- Career Readiness & Student Support: Creating safe, inclusive learning environments that prepare graduates for workforce or college paths
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