Karl Frisch elected Fairfax County School Board vice chair
Fairfax County School Board member Karl Frisch was elected as the board’s vice chair during a board meeting on Thursday. Frisch was elected as the board’s Providence District representative in 2019, becoming the board’s first openly gay member.
Since assuming office, Frisch has been a vocal advocate for LGBTQ rights and the American Civil Liberties Union, Capital Pride, FCPS Pride and other organizations have recognized him for it. “I am grateful to my colleagues for the opportunity to serve as vice chair of the board, working together with parents and staff as we advance the student-centered focus of our new strategic plan,” Frisch said in a press release. “I remain, as always, committed to doing everything I can to help our world-class educators deliver on the promise of excellence, equity and opportunity — to help every student achieve their full, unique and limitless potential.” Frisch while on the board has served as its federal legislative liaison and as a member of its audit and public engagement committees.
Frisch previously ran for the Virginia House of Delegates, but lost during the Democratic primary. The post Karl Frisch elected Fairfax County School Board vice chair first appeared on Washington Blade: LGBTQ News, Politics, LGBTQ Rights, Gay News.
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