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Board of Education Member · District 3 · Somerset 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 raceJoseph "Lil Joe" Hylton is a candidate for the Somerset County Board of Education, representing District 3. A father of three, he is running his campaign under the slogan "Hylton for A Change in Somerset." He characterizes his candidacy as a "No Money Campaign," relying on grassroots social media support rather than traditional fundraising. Hylton actively engages with the community through local events, such as a "Trunk or Treat" at Greenwood Elementary School, and encourages residents to voice their concerns about issues in Somerset County. He has used social media and podcast appearances to reach voters and solicit community input.
Joseph Hylton Father of 3 running for School board in Somerset County, Md DISTRICT 3
Hylton for A Change in Somerset
I'm running a No Money Campaign and I need your support
If something concerns you in Somerset here are 2 opportunities for you to voice your con
Community Advocacy
Hylton encourages residents to speak up about local issues and positions himself as a candidate for 'change' in the county.
“If something concerns you in Somerset here are 2 opportunities for you to voice your con”
Grassroots Campaigning
He is running a campaign that does not rely on monetary donations, focusing instead on social media engagement.
“I'm running a No Money Campaign and I need your support”
Lil Joe Hylton is among the candidates who filed for the 2026 Maryland Primary Election for the Somerset County Board of Education District 3. He faces other candidates including James White, Jr. and Samantha D. Windsor for the commissioner seat.