Jess Douglass for FCPS Board of Education

“I believe in the power of public schools to provide universal access to education, and to promote social equality.”

New School Construction

Safe Schools

Priorities

Smaller Class Sizes

Highly Qualified Teachers

”Be SMART is a public awareness acronym which advises adults on the best way to keep kids safe from gun violence.”

Jess encourages FCPS to adopt the Be SMART gun storage safety framework at the June 11, 2025 Board of Education Meeting.

Endorsements.

  • “Jess is the right choice for Frederick County Board of Education. As a gun violence prevention expert, she can be trusted to keep students and staff safe at school. As a mom and a teacher, she can be trusted to put kids first.”

    Doug Gansler, Former MD Attorney General

  • “Jess cares deeply for the health and safety of the citizens, particularly the children, of Frederick County. I admire her ability to communicate difficult topics with clarity and conviction. She is committed to public education and classrooms that welcome all young people and ensuring that all children are treasured and can reach their full potential. I wholeheartedly endorse her candidacy for school board."

    Reverend Dr. Barbara Kershner Daniel

  • "Support this badass grassroots powerhouse!"

    Danielle Veith, Maryland State Membership Lead, Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America

  • "Those that seek to keep truth and life-saving knowledge from our children will find an immovable force standing in their way when we elect Jess Douglass. I am proud to support this principled and dedicated educator for the most important position in our community, Board of Education."

    Dave Schmidt, Business Owner, City Council Candidate

  • "Jess has my wholehearted and enthusiastic support! I don't need to wait and see who all else might get into the race for the four seats that will be contested ...in a primary ...because I've known Jess for a good while now, and I know she will run a great campaign, and be an outstanding member of the Frederick County Board of Educaton."

    Kai Hagen, Former County Council at-large, Common Market Board of Trustees

  • "Jess Douglass is exactly who we need on the Board of Education. Her fierce support of the students and respect for the teachers and support staff are the right formula for success."

    Diane Fink, Retired Director, Emerge MD

  • "If you are looking for a school board member who well represents the aspirations of our Frederick Community look no further than Jess Douglas. Jess will strive to support our teachers via great class sizes, high quality training and competitive salaries. She will advocate for school construction and renovation resources to meet our community’s needs. Jess also recognizes the need for ensuring all of our schools are safe and will strive to support all our students and staff."

    Jack Dale, Retired Superintendent , FCPS

  • "A quality education for today’s children will determine what the future holds for all of us. I proudly endorse Jessica Douglas, educator and mother, for Frederick County’s Board of Education!"

    Karl Bickel, Department of Justice, Retired

  • "Ms. Douglass is a teacher by trade. She knows the job from personal experience. She understands what the school system needs. Her number one prioriy is our kids and that they get a world class education that prepares them to be successful adults. You know the kind of kid who does all of the work in a group project and carries the whole group to an A? That's her. While we live our lives, she's doing the hard work."

    Heather Goddard, Business Owner

  • "Jess Douglass is an impeccable candidate for the Frederick County Board of Education as a parent, educator and advocate. She is passionate about the education and safety of students. An empathic listener, and change maker dedicated to improving education for all, while fostering integrity and equality for all students. With her at the forefront of supporting student survivors of gun violence like myself she has my full support, because I know that she will create a safer environment for students and staff, while ensuring educational excellence."

    Navian Scarlett, Frederick Students Demand Action

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