Kate Nolan
Candidate for District 8
Kate is a Beaufort County schools graduate, a mom of twins who attend district schools, a local small business owner, and a community volunteer. This is her campaign's website.
Who is running for Beaufort County School Board, District 8? Kate Nolan and Carlton Dallas.
Two candidates are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for the District 8 seat on the Beaufort County Board of Education: Kate Nolan, a district graduate and mom of twins, and Carlton Dallas, who holds the seat today. This page is from Kate Nolan's campaign. It lists both candidates and explains why Kate is asking for your vote.
Two candidates are on the ballot
District 8 covers parts of Hilton Head Island and Bluffton, SC. Its voters will choose one member of the Beaufort County Board of Education on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Two people filed to run.
Carlton Dallas
Current District 8 board member
Carlton Dallas holds the District 8 seat on the Beaufort County Board of Education today and has filed to run again.
To read about the current board and its members, visit the Beaufort County School District website.
- Tuesday, November 3, 2026Election Day
- Board of Education, District 8The seat on the ballot
- Hilton Head Island and Bluffton, SCThe island and town are split among multiple districts
Why Kate Nolan deserves your vote
She sat in these classrooms. Now her kids do. Here is what Kate brings to the school board.
- Her kids are in these schoolsKate's twins are in Beaufort County classrooms right now. Every decision the board makes reaches her family the same way it reaches yours.
- She graduated from themKate is a Beaufort County public school graduate. She has seen firsthand the power of our public schools.
- She will answerWhen you call, someone should pick up. When you email, someone should write back. That is Kate's promise to District 8.
- She listens firstParents, educators, and taxpayers deserve to be heard with openness and respect before the board decides.
- She runs a small business hereRunning a local business means planning ahead, watching every dollar, and answering to the people you serve.
- She puts people ahead of politicsKate is running as a parent and a neighbor. Whether or not you have kids in school, strong schools make a stronger community.
True leadership means looking beyond spreadsheets and agendas to understand the real-life impact on our students, teachers, and neighbors. Kate Nolan
What Kate will work on
Strong schools are built when community members, parents, and teachers work as genuine partners, united around student success. Kate's commitment comes down to three things.
Transparent leadership
Listening to parents, educators, and taxpayers with openness and respect.
You should know what the board is deciding and why, and you should be heard before it does.
Strong schools
Retaining the talented teachers who inspire our students each day.
Great teachers are the reason great schools work. Keeping them here comes first.
Smart planning
Thoughtful, long-term stewardship so our district remains strong for years to come.
Decisions made with the next ten years in mind, not just the next meeting.
Showing up and listening
When you call, someone should pick up. When you email, someone should write back.
Real leadership means showing up and listening to our classrooms and communities, and putting people ahead of politics. Whether or not you have kids in school, strong schools make a stronger community.
- Calls get returnedA real answer from the person you elected.
- Emails get answeredNo black hole. You will hear back.
- Every neighbor countsParents, teachers, and taxpayers all have a seat at the table.
Questions voters are asking
Who is running for Beaufort County School Board District 8 in 2026?
Two candidates filed for the District 8 seat on the Beaufort County Board of Education: Kate Nolan and Carlton Dallas, who currently holds the seat.
When is the Beaufort County School Board election?
Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
Who is Kate Nolan?
Kate Nolan is a Beaufort County schools graduate, a mom of twins who attend district schools, a local small business owner, and a community volunteer. She is running for the District 8 seat on the Beaufort County Board of Education.
Who currently represents District 8 on the Beaufort County School Board?
Carlton Dallas is the current District 8 member of the Beaufort County Board of Education and has filed to run again in 2026.
How do I know if I live in District 8?
District 8 covers parts of Hilton Head Island and Bluffton, SC, which are split among multiple school board districts. Explore the Beaufort County district map to find your district. You can also look up your voter registration at scVOTES.gov. It shows the districts you vote in and your polling place.
How can I help Kate Nolan's campaign?
Request a yard sign, invite Kate to speak to your group, host a meet-and-greet, or volunteer through the Get Involved form at votekatenolan.com.
Vote Tuesday, November 3
Beaufort County School Board, District 8. Check your registration and find your polling place before Election Day.