Miami-Dade County School Board, District 1

Dr. Erhabor Ighodaro

A lifetime of service to students, families, faith, and education.

Educator. Professor. Public Servant.

Lifelong educator, former Miami-Dade County Public Schools teacher, former Chief of Staff to District 1 School Board Member Dr. Robert B. Ingram, adjunct professor, former Vice Mayor of Miami Gardens, pastor, and proven community leader.

Election Day: August 18, 2026
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Meet Dr. Ighodaro

Education, public service, ministry, and community leadership.

Dr. Erhabor Ighodaro has dedicated his life to education, public service, ministry, and community leadership. He began his service in education as a teacher in Miami-Dade County Public Schools and later served as Chief of Staff to the late Dr. Robert B. Ingram, Miami-Dade County School Board Member for District 1.

He has served as an adjunct professor of criminal justice, a district administrator, and a mentor to young people throughout Miami-Dade County. Dr. Ighodaro also served the people of Miami Gardens as an elected Councilman and Vice Mayor.

As pastor of Reignbow Church Miami, he continues to serve families through faith, guidance, and community support.

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Why Dr. Ighodaro

He understands education from the classroom to the boardroom.

Former Miami-Dade County Public Schools teacher
Former Chief of Staff to School Board Member Dr. Robert B. Ingram
Adjunct Professor of Criminal Justice
Former Vice Mayor of Miami Gardens
Former Miami Gardens City Councilman
Pastor and faith leader
Advocate for parental involvement
Longtime resident and leader in District 1

Priorities

Putting students and families first.

01

Academic Excellence

Every child deserves access to a quality education that prepares them for college, career, and life.

02

Safe Schools

Students, teachers, and staff deserve safe, disciplined, and supportive learning environments.

03

Teacher Support

Teachers must be respected, supported, and equipped with the tools they need to help students succeed.

04

Career and Workforce Readiness

Students should graduate prepared for college, technical training, entrepreneurship, military service, or the workforce.

05

Faith, Family, and Values

Strong families, parental rights, character development, and values-based leadership belong at the center of service.

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Endorsements

Supported by leaders who believe in education, family, and community.

Endorsements and recommendation letters may include faith leaders, educators, community leaders, former elected officials, parent advocates, and school choice supporters.

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