Jason Benedict
Scotch Plains-Fanwood Regional School Board - Fanwood
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About the Office
Local school board members are responsible for overseeing school operations within the district, typically including employment decisions regarding a district superintendent.
Term Length
3 years
Election Date
Nov 4, 2025
About Me
Party
nonpartisan
Occupation
CISO
Fun Fact
I’m a master certified BBQ judge, I own a fully restored 1985 Cadillac Eldorado convertible, and when I’m not working, at my son's sporting events, doing community service, taking my car to shows, or judging BBQ, I’m tending to the weeds in the backyard.
Past Experience
As a lifelong learner, educator, and technologist, I believe our schools must prepare students not just for the tests of today, but for the realities of tomorrow.
I’m running for the Board of Education to bring strategic, forward-looking leadership to Scotch Plains-Fanwood schools—one that empowers students through responsible innovation, supports our educators with practical resources, and champions academic integrity through trust and collaboration.
My goal is to keep the Scotch Plains-Fanwood school district an outstanding asset to our community and our children—as well as the teachers and staff who serve them.
My Top Issues
Invest in local public education
My primary goal is to bring my own unique strategic, forward-looking leadership to the district—especially in how we prepare students for a rapidly changing world. I want to help the district strengthen its focus on student success, responsible innovation, and practical support for our educators. I also intend to advocate for continued strong governance practices that prioritize transparency, equity, and community engagement.
Early childhood education
My primary goal is to bring my own unique strategic, forward-looking leadership to the district—especially in how we prepare students for a rapidly changing world. I want to help the district strengthen its focus on student success, responsible innovation, and practical support for our educators. I also intend to advocate for continued strong governance practices that prioritize transparency, equity, and community engagement.
After school programs
My primary goal is to bring my own unique strategic, forward-looking leadership to the district—especially in how we prepare students for a rapidly changing world. I want to help the district strengthen its focus on student success, responsible innovation, and practical support for our educators. I also intend to advocate for continued strong governance practices that prioritize transparency, equity, and community engagement.
Who I'm Running Against
Nicole Zuber (Independent)
Psychiatrist, specializing in children
Jorge A. Chauca Villar (Independent)
School Teacher
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