Dr. R. Ferrell Ervin (Incumbent)

2221 Earleen

Cape Girardeau, Mo. 63701

Chairman of the mass communications department

Served three years as Board of Education member, currently president of the board.

"I'm somewhat unique in that I am involved in education, so I am somewhat familiar with how public schools operate. I think the big issues are tied to the master plan that was developed a few years ago in where the district may want to go."

Mark S. Carver

1558 Briarcliff

Cape Girardeau, Mo. 63701

Claims investigator for State Farm Insurance

"Financial problems are a big issue, but now probably, as big an issue is going to be the security and safety of the students. Things seem to be getting a little out of control statewide, so I'm going to make those the top two issues for myself."

Billy G. Benefield

2522 Hill Street

Cape Girardeau, Mo. 63701

Former maintenance worker for the school district for 17 years

"I think I can get in there and let them see you don't spend money you don't have. If I'm elected, I'm going to get over there and give them hell because I just don't believe they're doing the right thing.

Chris Cook

Voters should disregard this candidate. Although her name will appear on the ballot, she has withdrawn from the race because she will be relocating out of the district.