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Putting the POWER in WORKER POWER.
About AEA-PAC
The Arlington Education Association Political Action Committee (AEA-PAC) is the political affiliate of the Arlington Education Association. By engaging directly in political action, including interviewing and recommending candidates to our members, AEA-PAC works to assure that committee members have a voice for students and schools in the political process in Arlington County.
If you would like to get more involved in political action through your union, please email our AEA-PAC chair, Josh Redhelm at arlington.ed.pac@gmail.com.
2024 Candidate Endorsements
School Board
Zuraya
Tapia-Hadley
As a parent to two children in APS and an Arlington resident of 20 years, Zuraya Tapia-Hadley is running to help achieve exceptional education for all APS students.
County Board
J.D. Spain, Sr.
JD Spain, Sr. is a retired Marine Corps combat veteran and a business leader. JD previously served as a federal investigator, Arlington County civil service commissioner, and NAACP Arlington Branch president. He has been an Arlington community leader since his military family settled here 15 years ago, and he is ready to lead Arlington to build a better future.
Volunteer for
AEA Candidates
Volunteering for AEA candidates is easy, and makes those in power hear our voices.
School Board
Sign up here to volunteer for Zuraya Tapia-Hadley.
Click here to find a campaign event near you.
Sign up here to volunteer for Kathleen Clark.
Click here to find a campaign event near you.
County Board
Sign up here to volunteer for J.D. Spain.
Click here to find a campaign event near you.
To request a yard sign or contact the campaign, click here.
How to Vote for
AEA Candidates
Get ready to vote.
Election Day is Tuesday, November 5, 2024.
Key Deadlines
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Voter registration deadline: Tuesday, October 15, 2024
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If you​ take advantage of same-day voter registration on Election Day, November 5, you'll be allowed to cast a provisional ballot.
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Deadline to request a mail-in ballot: Friday, October 25, 2024 at 5:00 PM
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Last day to vote early: Saturday, November 2, 2024
How do I vote early?
Early voting begins Friday, September 20, 2024 and runs through Saturday, November 2, 2024. Early voting is not available every day. Check early voting sites, dates, and hours below before you go.
Courthouse Plaza
2100 Clarendon Blvd, Suite 320 (map)
September 20 - October 15:
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
October 16 - November 2:
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturdays, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sundays, 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Long Bridge Fitness/Aquatics Ctr.
333 Long Bridge Drive (map)
September 20 - October 15:
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
October 16 - November 2:
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturdays, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sundays, 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
*Early Voting at Long Bridge Aquatics & Fitness Center will be CLOSED on Sunday, October 27 due to the Marine Corps Marathon*
Walter Reed Community Center
2909 16th St S (map)
October 16 - November 2:
Monday - Friday, 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Saturdays, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sundays, 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Madison Community Center
3829 N Stafford St (map)
October 16 - November 2:
Monday - Friday, 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Saturdays, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sundays, 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
How do I vote by mail?
Voting by mail is easy, convenient, and available to all Virginia voters. No excuse is required. If you wish to vote by mail, request a mail-in ballot by 5:00 PM on Friday, October 25, 2024: Request a Mail-in Ballot.
How do I vote in-person, on Election Day (November 5th)?
Visit your regular polling precinct to vote in-person on Election Day, Tuesday, November 5, 2024. Polls are open from 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM. If you are in line by 7:00 PM, you will be allowed to vote. Find Your Polling Location.
Virginia permits same-day voter registration, which will allow you to cast a provisional ballot, but you are strongly encouraged to register to vote by Tuesday, October 15.
Be prepared to present identification in order to vote. If you forget your ID, request to file a provisional ballot. You will be provided with instructions to ensure your vote is counted. Follow all instructions from the poll workers. Acceptable Forms of Voter ID.
That's it — you're ready to vote.
Go vote, AEA!
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