Bridget Ziegler and two other board members are not seeking reelection to the Sarasota County School Board.
Bridget Ziegler, Robin Marinelli, and Karen Rose are not seeking reelection to the Sarasota County School Board, leading to significant turnover for the district. The three outgoing members, including board chair Bridget Ziegler, leave behind a board that previously held a major conservative majority. Two former teachers, Beth Mayberry and Megan Tennimon, won their seats against conservative challengers, focusing on their campaigns on school funding and academic achievement. Meanwhile, Jimmy Glover will face aichi runoff with Heidi Brandt for a third seat. The remaining board members include moderates Liz Barker and Tom Edwards. Sarasota County Schools Superintendent Terry Connor congratulated the new members, stating he looks forward to working with them to support students and employees. The board previously gained national attention for its conservative stance on culture war issues and a sex scandal involving Bridget Ziegler. During her tenure, Bridget Ziegler also supported initiatives to cooperate with ICE officers and investigate the costs of undocumented students.