MORGAN HUBER | FOR LNP | LANCASTERONLINE
When: Columbia school board committee meeting, March 3.
What happened: The board unanimously approved the appointment of Jasmine Preston as a new school board member. Preston, who was the only candidate to apply and be interviewed for the position, replaces Nathan Roach, who resigned at the Feb. 19 meeting due to moving out of the district.
Background: A safety manager and human resources coordinator, Preston currently serves on Columbia Zoning Hearing Board and last year ran for mayor against longtime incumbent Leo Lutz, losing out by less than 100 votes.
Quote: “I’m passionate about assuring that all students receive a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment,” Preston said in her statement to the board. “I believe strong schools are formed through the collaboration of families, executive leaders, administrators, and the community. Serving on the school board would allow me to continue to support the community in a meaningful way while helping guide decisions that support academic excellence and long-term district success.”
What’s next: Preston will serve through Dec. 6, 2027, the remainder of Roach’s two-year term, after which she will be on the ballot for the 2027 school board elections, should she choose to run.
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