Tony Smith and Lisa Pridgeon Appointed to Florida School Boards
Tony Smith and Lisa Pridgeon have been appointed to the School Boards of Charlotte and Gulf counties in Florida.

Charlotte, NC, August 1, 2026 —
Tony Smith and Lisa Pridgeon have been appointed to serve on the School Boards of Charlotte and Gulf counties, respectively, in Florida. The appointments fill vacancies on the respective boards.
Specific details regarding the appointment process, including the exact dates of the appointments and the length of the terms for Smith and Pridgeon, were not immediately available. The roles on a school board typically involve overseeing educational policies, budgets, and administrative decisions for the school districts within their jurisdiction.
Charlotte County, located on Florida’s Gulf Coast, serves a significant student population, and its school board plays a crucial role in shaping the educational landscape for the area. Similarly, Gulf County, also situated on the coast, relies on its school board for governance and strategic planning for its educational institutions.
The precise responsibilities and the scope of authority for both Smith and Pridgeon will be defined by their roles on their respective boards. Further information on their backgrounds and the specific context of their appointments is anticipated as they begin their service.
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