District 9
Virginia
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Nonpartisan
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Experiencia
Founder
Simply Sales
Ahora
Board Member - District 9
Virginia Beach City School Board
Ahora
District 4 Representative
Virginia Beach City Public Schools Board
2009 a 2018
At-Large Representative
Virginia Beach City Public Schools Board
2002 a 2009
Tennis Coach
Old Dominion University
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Students First VA 2026 Virginia Beach School Board Endorsements
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Miembros de Sway que les escriben a votantes por Carolyn D. Weems
Carolyn’s life journey has been marked by her deep faith, commitment to education, and service
to her community. A former Clemson tennis player, she moved to Norfolk after college to coach and teach at Old Dominion University. After marrying her college sweetheart Billy, they made
Virginia Beach their home where they raised their 5 children. They all graduated from VA Beach
Public Schools (VBCPS). The Weems have been residents of District 9 for 42 years.
Following the heartbreaking death of their daughter Caitlyn, Carolyn founded the non-profit
Caitlyn’s HALO. The organization is dedicated to supporting adolescents and their families as
they navigate the challenges of substance abuse. Carolyn has spoken to thousands of high
school students, delivering over 50 assemblies on the topic. In 2018 Carolyn receive a national
award from the FBI for her advocacy to bring awareness of the dangers of prescription drugs.
Her advocacy has led to her involvement in opioid focused legislation, appearances in multiple
documentaries, and the establishment of a Regional Recovery High School.
Carolyn serves as the vice-chair of the Virginia Beach School Board and is the only current
teacher on the board. Since school board members are prohibited from teaching in their own district, she teaches in Chesapeake. She is also the Youth Director for her church.
Three of Carolyn’s grandchildren attend VBPCS and she continues to be a strong advocate for
putting kids’ needs first.