Yvette Richardson, State Board of Education

Yvette Richardson

Yvette Richardson (Democratic)

Board Member

Role Summary

This elected official represents constituents by introducing and voting on legislation, conducting oversight of government operations, and serving on committees.

Quick Facts

Party

Democratic

Religion

Baptist

Residence

Fairfield, AL

Family

2 Children: Jon, Gavette

Contact

205-527-7186 yvetterichardson348@gmail.com

Election Info

District4, AL

Current Term2011 — Present

First Elected11/02/2010

Last Elected11/08/2022

Next Board Member Election2026

Education

Miles College

Samford University

EdD

University of Alabama

EdS

Samford University

Political Career2

Member

State Board of Education, State of Alabama

2010-Present

Vice President

Alabama State Board of Education

2016-Present

Professional Background6

Adjunct Professor

Troy University

Assistant Professor

Miles College

2011-Present

Adjunct Professor

Samford University

Former Associate Dean

Virginia College

Superintendent

Russel County School System

2008-2010

Teacher/Superintendent/Principal/Consultant/Curriculum Director

Fairfield City School System

Organizations7

Council for Leaders of Alabama Schools

Member

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated

Member

Fairfield Civitans

Member

Mount Olive Baptist Church

Member

Present

National Education Association

Member

Rotary Club

Member

Alabama Association of School Boards

Member

Present