Seven Linden Residents File For 3 Open Seats on Linden Board of Education
Maria Torres · Union County Life
Seven candidates have filed petitions to run for three seats on the Linden Board of Education in the November 3, 2026 election. The field includes two organized campaign teams and one independent candidate.
Union County Life is covering this election announcement as part of our ongoing coverage of government and civic news across all 21 Union County municipalities.
Running on the Change for Linden Team are Olivia Rodriguez-Calderone, Essence Myrick, and John Kaczor. Running on the Putting Children First Team are Malaysia Thomas, Kimberly Ullisse, and Rempee Kalia. Joseph Grunwald is running as an independent candidate.
The Board of Education Election will be held on November 3, 2026. Voters will select three candidates to serve on the board. The election determines which residents will help guide district policy, budget decisions, and educational priorities for Linden Public Schools.
Residents interested in learning more about the candidates and their platforms should monitor TAPinto Linden and Union County Life for additional coverage as the election approaches.
Stay informed about Linden news and elections on Union County Life.
FAQ
Q: How many candidates are running for Linden Board of Education?
A: Seven candidates filed petitions to run for three seats on the Linden Board of Education in the November 3, 2026 election.
Q: When is the Linden Board of Education election?
A: The election is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Voters will select three candidates to serve on the board.
Q: Which candidates are running on the Change for Linden Team?
A: The Change for Linden Team includes Olivia Rodriguez-Calderone, Essence Myrick, and John Kaczor.
Q: Which candidates are running on the Putting Children First Team?
A: The Putting Children First Team includes Malaysia Thomas, Kimberly Ullisse, and Rempee Kalia.
Q: Is there an independent candidate running?
A: Yes. Joseph Grunwald is running as an independent candidate for one of the three available seats.
Q: How many seats are open on the Linden Board of Education?
A: Three seats are open in the November 3, 2026 election.
Q: Where can I find more information about the candidates?
A: Union County Life and TAPinto Linden will provide additional coverage of candidates and their platforms as the election approaches.
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