Santa Rosa County School Board seats 1, 3 and 5 are up for re-election during the 2026 election cycle. All three incumbents have pre-filed for re-election to their respective seats.
District 1 (Milton) School Board Member Linda Sanborn, a retired longtime teacher at Milton High School, so far faces newcomer, David Farrow. She’s seeking her third term.
District 3 (Navarre) Member Carol Boston, does not yet have a challenger. She currently serves as board chairwoman and is seeking a fourth term.
District 5 (Gulf Breeze) Member Scott Peden, who is seeking a third term in the seat, is presently facing two challengers:
Marie Locklin, a retired 39-year teacher;
Kyle Connolly, a Gulf Breeze mom and social media influencer
School board races are nonpartisan, so candidates must win the Aug. 18 Primary by a margin of 50% plus one to avoid a runoff during the Nov. 3, 2026 General Election.
