Voter guide 2026: Here’s who’s running for school board in Wayne Township
This article was co-published by Chalkbeat Indiana, Mirror Indy, and WFYI as part of a collaboration ahead of the 2026 school board elections. Four school board members are running uncontested this year to keep their seats in Wayne…
Four school board members in Wayne Township are running uncontested to retain their seats. The district, housing approximately 15,700 students, is located on Indianapolis' west side. The district is currently grappling with a tax referendum, which aims to replace the existing one with a slightly higher rate. The referendum funds will be utilized to attract and retain teachers and enhance school security.
Four incumbents, all Democrats, are seeking reelection, while Benjamin Wakefield, who did not declare a party affiliation, is also running. The upcoming election is Nov. 3, with in-person early voting beginning Oct. 6 and additional early voting centers opening Oct. 24. To be eligible to vote, one must be registered by Oct. 5.
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