Recent funding increases have helped Richmond Public Schools raise SOL scores, improve graduation rates, and accredit more schools!

The Southern Barton Heights Civic Association has generously invited the 3rd and 6th District School Board members to their meeting on April 16th at 6:30 PM to discuss Richmond Public Schools.

I’ll be attending the NCCA meeting in person this coming Saturday morning to give an update on Richmond Public Schools!

A summary of how we’re improving teacher recruitment and retention in the proposed budget FY26.

This is a quick introduction to the proposed FY 26 Richmond Public Schools budget. Next week I’ll post an update with my own analysis and opinions on the budget, but for now this is meant to be a high-level summary. 

Join the Southern Barton Heights Civic Association at their meetings at 6:30 PM on the 3rd Wednesday of every month at the North Ave library.

RPS budget work has begun!

We’ve made big changes to improve governance and student outcomes.

Thanks to your support, our campaign was successful! I am honored and humbled by the trust you have placed in me to serve as your next school board member from the 3rd District.

Teamsters Local 322 endorses Ali Faruk for Richmond City School Board.

Ali was featured in The Richmonder’s Thursday October 17th article highlighting the 3rd District school board race.

A historic voting rights organization in Richmond VA endorses Ali Faruk for 3rd District School Board.

The Virginia General Assembly has begun rethinking the state's funding formula for public education.

Recap of Ali's participation in various candidate forums and events over the last two months.

You can meet Ali and hear his ideas at two upcoming candidate forums on Sept 17 and Sept 23.

Educators and community leaders endorse Ali Faruk for 3rd District School Board!

Learn about the candidates and issues on the local blog "RVA Dirt."

Join us for our very first door knocking event at Pollard Park (900 W. Brookland Park Blvd)! Meet Ali and your neighbors this coming Saturday June 8th from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM.

The week of May 6 is Teacher Appreciation Week. Around the country, students and parents are finding ways to show their gratitude for the educators in their lives.