Candidate for North Carolina House of Representatives - District 105 in 2026 North Carolina Primary Election.
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Get StartedWe need to open schools back up to parents to be true partners. Kelly will advocate for policies that increase parent participation in their local parent associations and supports efforts to remove barriers to parent participation in volunteering, meeting with, and going to school events. It is not parents versus educators; it is us together. Learn more
We must stop the teacher shortage. Kelly will advocate for competitive, regionally adjusted teacher and principal salaries, and the restoration of Masters Pay and Longevity Pay. She will also fight for affordable healthcare benefits for all school employees. Learn more
Kelly believes that educators in Charter and Private Schools should also receive pay commensurate with their public school counterparts, valuing their service to students. Kelly also supports exploring collaborative, affordable childcare options for Public School teachers, potentially leveraging existing space or partnerships with private schools that have on-site facilities. Learn more
Kelly firmly opposes any teacher pay plan that includes licensing educators with only a high school diploma or an associate's degree. Our students deserve highly qualified teachers in every classroom. Kelly supports licensing standards that accommodate career changers as well as teachers with Bachelor's degrees getting certified in their chosen area. She will work to increase partnerships with local colleges to provide affordable training options to obtain licensure. Learn more
The North Carolina Constitution is not merely a document; it is a sacred promise—a fundamental contract between the government and the people of our state. For too long, this contract has been disregarded, leading to underfunded schools and a lack of accountability in Raleigh. Kelly VanHorn is committed to a new era of governance rooted in transparency, integrity, and respect for the rule of law. Learn more
Making quality healthcare accessible and affordable for all residents. Kelly VanHorn believes that healthcare is a right, and her focus is on ensuring every resident of District 105—from children to seniors—has access to quality, affordable care. Learn more
Kelly VanHorn is committed to a solutions-first approach that delivers mobility, not gridlock. We must secure state partnership for regional transit while prioritizing the maintenance and expansion of our existing road network. Learn more
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