There's more to be accomplished!
I’m seeking reelection because my advocacy positively impacts policies and procedures, improves operations, and supports efficient allocation of resources. I will continue to establish relationships and build rapport with stakeholders. There’s more to be accomplished!
About
Caprice Edmond was elected to the school board in 2020. A lifelong resident of St. Petersburg, she is a proud graduate of Gibbs High School. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Master of Elementary Education with an ESOL endorsement, Master of Educational Leadership, and a Certification in Infant Family Mental Health from the University of South Florida, St. Petersburg. Edmond served as a Guardian ad Litem for ten years.
As an educational leader and advocate for children and families, Edmond is active in the community and serves in leadership roles on numerous committees and organizations. She has a significant and consistent history of advocacy for children and families on a local, state, and national level through her work with unions and Parent Teacher Associations. As an instructional leader, she was a teacher and science coach in Pinellas County Schools, mainly in Title I and Transformation Zone Schools.
Since her election in 2020, Edmond has earned Certified School Board Member status through the Florida School Boards Association (FSBA). She has held the position of Vice Chair on FSBA's Equity Committee and served as an officer on FSBA's Board of Directors. She is currently the appointed representative for Pinellas County on FSBA's Advocacy Committee, serving on both the federal and state committees. She is the Chair of FSBA's Equity Committee and President of the Greater Florida Consortium of School Boards.
Your Support Matters!
With your support, Caprice can:
- Continue to advocate for improvements in district operations
- Support students, staff, and stakeholders
- Be a champion for public education locally, statewide, and nationally
- Ultimately supporting student success
Consistently In The Community
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Provides Information & Listens
Caprice is an involved community member. She participates in events and supports initiatives that make a difference! Her involvement has supported Pinellas Juvenile Welfare Board's Grandfamilies event, the Phyllis Wheatley Rise to Read Campaign, Friends of Johnson Branch Library Literacy Event, League of Women Voters St. Petersburg Area, Pinellas County Urban League, Habitat for Humanity Gulfside and more.
Provides Information & Listens
Provides Information & Listens
Provides Information & Listens
Caprice established a social media page to share district related items. She attends events locally, throughout the state and nationwide to learn and advocate for public education. The picture of above is of her speaking at the St. Petersburg League of Women Voter's Education meeting. She discussed navigating the Pinellas County Schools' website, policies and the 2024 referendum which was approved by voters.
Legislative Leadership
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Legislative Leadership
During 2024-2025, Caprice served as the Chair of Pinellas County School Boards' Legislative Committee and as the Vice Chairperson of the Board. She championed common sense legislative priorities, presented to Pinellas Delegation, advocated in Tallahassee and was able to have local priorities incorporated into Florida School Boards Association's Legislative Platform and the Greater Florida Consortium of School Boards' Legislative Program.
Advocates
President of Greater Florida Consortium of School Boards
Legislative Leadership
Caprice has provided great leadership and has publicly opposed issues related to vague and inconsistent policies and practices, discrimination, unsafe conditions and more. Her advocacy led to two additional board members signing a letter against the standard clarifications presented by the Department of Education for African American History Standards. Her advocacy over the years has changed policies and procedures as well as improved relationships and student achievement.
President of Greater Florida Consortium of School Boards
President of Greater Florida Consortium of School Boards
President of Greater Florida Consortium of School Boards
Caprice has ascended to leadership of the Greater Florida Consortium of School Boards. She is the first African American President and will be the longest serving President.
The Consortium advocates legislatively for Brevard, Broward, Charlotte, Collier, Manatee, Miami- Dade, Monroe, Palm Beach, Pinellas and Sr. Lucie counties. She has planned and facilitated meetings, spoke with legislators, obtained additional partnerships and more.
Supporting Partnerships
President of Greater Florida Consortium of School Boards
President of Greater Florida Consortium of School Boards
Caprice believes that cultivating partenerships in the best interest of students and our community is vital -- whether the partnership is large or small. She has supported the life changing work of Pinellas Education Foundation in collaboration with Pinellas County Schools. She has worked with smaller organizations and introduced PCS to potential partners. Caprice is excited about the possibilities. Let's support her!
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