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Overview

This document is a structured, source-linked context pack derived from publicly available content on VoteHatcher.com. It is written to be directly usable by AI agents and humans creating campaign communications.

Primary rule: When drafting content, prefer the language, framing, and constraints expressed here, and cite or link back to the relevant source page when making specific claims.

Site sources used (core set)

Quick facts (for bios, captions, introductions)

  • Name: Kerry Hatcher
  • Running for: Bibb County Board of Education (Bibb County School District)
  • Hometown ties: Born in Macon; long-term connection to the city; moved to Macon in 2007; raising a family in downtown Macon.
    Source: https://www.votehatcher.com/about-me/
  • Family: Married; three children.
    Source: https://www.votehatcher.com/about-me/
  • Service and civic involvement: Georgia State Defense Force NCO; volunteers with Macon-Bibb Emergency Management Agency; active at Alexander II through the PTA.
    Source: https://www.votehatcher.com/about-me/
  • Education experience: Former special education student with an IEP; parent of children who receive special education services.
    Source: https://www.votehatcher.com/about-me/
  • Professional background: Lead Software Engineer; career includes public safety technology and local government IT/network work (including work related to consolidation-era systems).
    Source: https://www.votehatcher.com/about-me/

Narrative positioning

Why Kerry is running (core story)

Kerry’s campaign frames public education as foundational to Macon-Bibb’s future and emphasizes practical governance: clear systems, transparent decision-making, and a community that shows up for kids. The narrative combines:

  • A personal connection to special education, both as a student and parent.
  • A systems and technology background focused on reliability, usability, and accountability.
  • Service-oriented community involvement and experience operating in high-stakes, real-world environments.
  • A belief that strong schools are a community project, not just a central-office function.

Primary source: https://www.votehatcher.com/about-me/

Values and principles (repeatable “north stars”)

  • Trust, but verify.
  • Open-by-default government and machine-readable public information.
  • Plain-language explanations that respect families’ time.
  • Governance, not micromanagement. The Board sets standards and policy direction; implementation belongs to the superintendent and staff.
  • Student-centered pragmatism. Avoid disruptive, abrupt policy swings; prioritize safety that works over “security theater.”
    Sources: https://www.votehatcher.com/radical-transparency-accountability/ and https://www.votehatcher.com/my-platform/

Voice and tone guide (how to write “in-campaign”)

Use this as a style rubric for all future content.

Voice traits

  • Direct and respectful. Critique systems and outcomes more than individuals.
  • Plain language. Explain complex topics with short sentences and concrete examples.
  • Data-friendly, not data-dense. Use numbers when they clarify, then translate into real-world impact.
  • Pro-parent and pro-teacher. Communication and support are framed as enabling educators and helping families partner with schools.
  • Non-performative safety language. Emphasize “real safety” and practical measures, avoid fear-based rhetoric.

Sources: https://www.votehatcher.com/my-platform/ and platform pillar pages.

Reusable framing phrases (high-signal)

  • “Open-by-default.”
  • “Trust, but verify.”
  • “Parents should never feel lost in the system.”
  • “Questions and concerns should not fall through the cracks.”
  • “Extracurriculars are not extra.”
  • “Governance, not operations.”
    Sources: platform pillar pages.

Platform (three pillars)

1) Radical Transparency & Accountability

Problem statement

Information is often scattered, difficult to locate, and not presented in formats that are searchable, accessible, or easy for the public to understand.

Commitments and policy directions

  • Proactive publication of public information where possible (“open-by-default”), reducing the need for open records requests.
  • Publish key information in searchable, machine-readable formats (not trapped in scanned PDFs).
  • Support development of simple, well-documented public APIs for non-sensitive information (calendars, board documents, announcements).
  • Use community expertise and open-source approaches where safe and appropriate to reduce cost and improve outcomes.
  • Keep transparency aligned with the Board’s role (set standards and expectations, do not interfere with daily operations).

Primary source: https://www.votehatcher.com/radical-transparency-accountability/

Practical outputs to reference in communications

  • Easier-to-find contracts, bids, calendars, and summaries.
  • Better accessibility for assistive technology and mobile users.
  • Faster public understanding and fewer “mystery decisions.”

2) Clear, Consistent Communication With Families and staff

Problem statement

Families often have trouble finding the right person, getting reliable answers, or understanding processes like enrollment, transportation, scheduling, and special education.

Commitments and policy directions

  • Establish a defined point of contact so parents know where to start.
  • Use modern, trackable case management (ticketing) so issues are owned and resolved, not lost.
  • Improve onboarding for new families through consistent, district-level orientation options.
  • Provide centrally organized information designed around real-world parent needs and available in multiple languages when possible.
  • Frame improvements as a policy expectation set by the Board, executed by the superintendent.

Primary source: https://www.votehatcher.com/clear-consistent-communication-with-families/

Practical outputs to reference in communications

  • “Confirmation and follow-up” instead of silence.
  • Fewer runarounds between departments.
  • A smoother experience for new families.

3) Extracurriculars & Community Engagement

Problem statement

Opportunity is uneven and hard to discover. Many civic groups and volunteers want to help but do not have clear, safe pathways to partner with BCSD.

Commitments and policy directions

  • Encourage partnerships with civic and youth organizations (examples include 4-H, Scouts, robotics/STEM groups, arts organizations, sports associations, mentoring nonprofits, colleges, technical schools).
  • Grow a culture of volunteerism beyond PTA-only roles, with streamlined processes that make it easier to return year after year.
  • Improve visibility of opportunities through centralized listings and better promotion.
  • Support transparent, safe pathways for donations, sponsorships, and partnerships that supplement, not replace, district resources.
  • Maintain clear separation between governance and operations.

Primary source: https://www.votehatcher.com/extracurriculars-community-engagement/

“How I approach every other issue” (default decision posture)

When drafting on any issue not explicitly covered below, default to the principles Kerry states on the platform overview page:

  • Responsible budgeting.
  • Preference for lower property taxes when possible.
  • Avoid abrupt policy shifts that disrupt families.
  • Prioritize real safety over “security theater.”
  • Practical volunteer processes.
  • Continually review whether central office resources best support classrooms.
  • Celebrate successes while being honest about needed improvements.

Source: https://www.votehatcher.com/my-platform/

Issue stances (published posts beyond the core pillars)

Each issue brief includes: (1) position summary, (2) what Kerry is arguing for, and (3) messaging hooks.

FY2026 BCSD budget memo and transparency

Source: https://www.votehatcher.com/statement-on-bcsd-fy2026-budget-memo-and-transparency/

Position summary

  • Budget gaps and errors should be addressed with transparency, clear explanations, and accountability.
  • Public-facing budget information should be presented in ways that are understandable and trackable over time.

What Kerry argues for (policy-level)

  • Plain-language explanations of budget drivers and changes.
  • A culture where the public is informed early, not surprised late.
  • Use transparency to build trust and reduce speculation.

Messaging hooks

  • “People can handle hard truths. What they cannot handle is feeling kept in the dark.”
  • “Transparency is not about blame. It is about trust and better decisions.”

Website quality, broken links, and the “first impression” of BCSD

Source: https://www.votehatcher.com/more-than-just-broken-links-why-bcsds-first-impression-must-be-positive/

Position summary

  • Broken links and fragmented information are not minor annoyances. They are barriers to enrollment and engagement, especially for families relying on smartphones and for users who need accessible formats.

What Kerry argues for (policy-level)

  • Treat the district’s digital front door as a core service: reliable, maintained, and designed around real user journeys.
  • Centralize key processes for parents (especially enrollment and onboarding).
  • Build repeatable QA and monitoring (including automated link checking) so problems are detected early.

Messaging hooks

  • “If someone who works in technology struggles to navigate the process, imagine how many families simply give up.”
  • “First impressions matter, especially when families are deciding where to live or where to enroll their kids.”

School choice (nuanced position)

Source: https://www.votehatcher.com/beyond-the-slogan-a-nuanced-vision-for-school-choice/

Position summary

  • Kerry supports real choices for families while also supporting strong, well-funded public schools.
  • The position is framed as “both-and,” not “either-or.” The focus is on quality, accountability, and ensuring public-school stability.

What Kerry argues for (policy-level)

  • Evaluate school choice discussions with nuance and real impacts on students and district systems.
  • Avoid slogans that hide tradeoffs.
  • Keep public education strong while acknowledging that families have different needs and circumstances.

Messaging hooks

  • “I support families having real options, and I also believe our public schools must be strong and well-run.”
  • “We should talk about outcomes and accountability, not just labels.”

State funding for classified employee health insurance (structural fix)

Source: https://www.votehatcher.com/restore-state-funding-for-school-support-staff-health-insurance/

Position summary

  • Kerry argues Georgia shifted the employer share of health insurance costs for classified school employees onto local districts, increasing pressure on local budgets and property taxes.
  • He frames this as a state-level structural issue, not merely local mismanagement.

What Kerry argues for (policy-level)

  • Make restoring state funding for classified employee health insurance a top legislative priority for the Board.
  • Present the costs transparently in every budget discussion (certified vs classified, state vs local share, and the local consequences).
  • Coordinate advocacy with the local legislative delegation.
  • Keep the community informed and engaged, including improving turnout and awareness during budget hearings.

Messaging hooks

  • “This is bigger than one election and bigger than Bibb.”
  • “If the state controls the benefit and sets the rate, the state should carry its share.”
  • “Empty rooms send the message that nobody’s watching. Full rooms say the opposite.”

Campaign operations pages (practical references)

Donations and campaign finance framing

Source: https://www.votehatcher.com/chip-in-to-build-a-more-transparent-bibb-county-school-system/

Key points to reuse accurately:

  • The campaign frames itself as grassroots and community-powered.
  • Donation page explains why small-dollar contributions matter (printing, outreach, explainers, listening sessions).
  • It references Georgia contribution limits and public reporting requirements and explains why employer and occupation are requested.

Yard signs

Source: https://www.votehatcher.com/yard-sign/

  • Minimum contribution: $25
  • Sign cost to campaign: $27 (two-sided sign plus metal stand)
  • Bulk ordering; up to 14 days for receipt; pickup or delivery arranged.

Contact info

Source: https://www.votehatcher.com/contact/

  • Email: [email protected]
  • Phone (call or text): 478.276.3463

Brand basics (media kit)

Source: https://www.votehatcher.com/media-kit/

  • PANTONE 2935C: HEX #0055B8
  • PANTONE 141C: HEX #F4C55C
  • PANTONE 152C: HEX #E87200
  • WHITE: HEX #FFFFFF
  • Media kit download: link available on page (Adobe-hosted bundle).

Content safety and accuracy guardrails for future drafting

Use these to prevent unforced errors in generated content.

Governance boundary

  • Kerry repeatedly distinguishes Board governance from superintendent operations. Draft content should reinforce that he sets policy expectations and standards, not day-to-day management.
    Sources: pillar pages.

Avoid overclaiming

  • If a claim is not explicitly stated on the site, phrase it as a principle, goal, or policy direction rather than a factual promise.
  • When referencing numbers, include the original source page link and avoid adding new quantitative claims without verification.

Respect tone constraints

  • Avoid personal attacks.
  • Prefer solutions and systems language.
  • Use “we” framing that invites community participation.

Discovered page index (useful for retrieval)

This is a practical index of pages directly referenced in this pack, plus navigation endpoints.

Notes on crawl completeness

VoteHatcher.com appears to be a Ghost-based site with a primary navigation and a homepage list of recent posts. This context pack covers every policy and issue page visible from:

  • top navigation,
  • homepage post listings, and
  • the URLs explicitly provided in the request.

If additional posts are published later, append them using the same “Issue stances” template: title, URL, position summary, policy direction, messaging hooks.

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