Early voting for the Howard County Board of Education elections runs from Oct. 24 through Oct. 31, with Election Day on Nov. 5. Candidates like Andrea Chamblee, Trent Kittleman, and Julie Kaplan emphasize issues such as public health, safety, academic excellence, and fiscal responsibility. Chamblee is concerned about air quality and special needs care in schools, while Kittleman focuses on transport and maintenance issues. Kaplan aims to address learning gaps widened by the COVID-19 pandemic. Meanwhile, the Carmel Clay School Board and Hamilton Southeastern Schools also have competitive races, with candidates like Robin Clark and Lannan emphasizing academic excellence and fiscal oversight, respectively.