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Board of Education Member · District 3 · Charles County · 2026 Primary
Members of the Board of Education oversee the local public school system by setting educational policies, approving the annual operating budget, and hiring the superintendent. They make key decisions on matters such as student curriculum, school boundaries, and the maintenance of school facilities. This office is important because its members determine how tax dollars are spent to support student learning and the overall quality of schools in the community.
View all candidates in this raceDottery Butler-Washington is a current member of the Charles County Board of Education representing District 3, seeking re-election in 2026. She describes herself as a dedicated advocate for the District 3 community who believes that public education is vital to the success and vibrancy of Charles County. Butler-Washington is focused on ensuring that every student has a clear post-graduation plan, whether that involves college, vocational training, the military, or entering the workforce. Her platform emphasizes mental health support for students and staff, closing the student achievement gap, and addressing school safety and security. She also advocates for implementing financial literacy programs for students beginning as early as the third grade and navigating the fiscal challenges facing public schools at the federal, state, and local levels.
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Post-Graduation Success
Ensuring every student in the school system has a plan for college, vocational training, military, or the workforce.
“Butler-Washington... said she has not finished what she started: to see every student in the school system either go to college, vocational training, military or the workforce.”
Mental Health Support
Advocating for the psychological and emotional well-being of both students and staff.
“Advocate for the mental health needs of all students and staff.”
School Safety and Culture
Implementing security protocols while maintaining a positive, inclusive, and nurturing environment.
“We must approach these issues with balance—implementing necessary security protocols while fostering a positive, inclusive, and nurturing school culture.”
Financial Literacy
Developing a program starting in third grade to teach students how to manage money and plan for their lifestyle.
“Butler-Washington would like to further structure a financial literacy program in the district for students starting in third grade, she said.”
Ilana Williams of somdnews.com reports that Dottery Butler-Washington, 57, re-filed for her District 3 seat on February 13, 2026, stating she has not yet finished her work ensuring all students have a post-graduation plan. The report highlights her specific interest in further structuring a financial literacy program within the district for students starting in the third grade.
“As a current member of the Charles County Board of Education, I am committed to serving the District 3 community and ensuring that every student receives the quality education they deserve.”
Source“Student Safety and Security... The rising budget concerns that threaten to underfund public schools... underscore the urgent need for targeted, sustainable safety and support measures.”
Source“Advocate for the mental health needs of all students and staff.”
Source“Investing in our students today lays the foundation for a brighter future for Charles County.”
Source“The rising budget concerns that threaten to underfund public schools from federal, state, and local governments underscore the urgent need for targeted, sustainable safety and support measures.”
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