Jeremy Fermin campaigns for HCBOE Post 6

Jeremy Fermin, a two-time Teacher of the Year, announces the launch of his campaign for the Houston County Board of Education Post 6, At Large seat. Fermin’s campaign pledge focuses on two primary goals: 1) increasing teacher retention; and 2) being a champion for the social and emotional well-being of everyone within the system – teachers, faculty, staff, and students. He pledges to seek initiatives that better prepare students for lifelong responsibilities such as financial literacy courses, community outreach and mentoring opportunities to ensure students are equipped for global leadership and success.

“As a young educator, I will bring a fresh approach, along with new ideas, to support informed decisions moving forward. The outpouring of support from educators and school system employees is humbling and I will strive to promote a culture of candor and transparency,” Fermin said. “I look forward to engaging the community and working together to best prepare our students for a successful future.”

A 2011 graduate of The University of Georgia, Fermin excelled in music education and was the Drum Major of the Redcoat Band. After graduation, he started his career as the Perry High School assistant band director. He returned to his hometown of Hinesville, Georgia as band director of Bradwell Institute (high school); his efforts and leadership resulted in the school’s 2015 Teacher of the Year. Fermin and his wife, Claire Shaw Fermin, an educator at Perry Middle School, returned to Houston County when Fermin became band director at Veterans High School. Fermin was again awarded for exceptional skill in the classroom as the 2020 Veterans High School Teacher of the Year.

Fermin will run in the General Primary Election / Nonpartisan General Election on May 24, 2022. To learn more, his campaign website: www.votefermin.com

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