Kristie Pedigo Shankles recently announced her intent to run for Scottsboro Board of Education, Place 1.
Shankles’ announcement states, “My name is Kristie Pedigo Shankles and I am thrilled to announce my candidacy for Scottsboro City School Board, Place 1. My husband Michael and I have been married for 33 years and are the proud parents of three sons: Tyler, Arick and Brennen. They have blessed us with three precious granddaughters. My family are all proud products of the Scottsboro City School System and I was fortunate to work the majority of my career within the Scottsboro City System.

I hold multiple education degrees from Northeast State Community College, Athens State University, University of South Alabama, and Jacksonville State University. I have worked at all levels in education from substitute teacher, teacher, district administrator to my current role as an Educational Specialist with the Alabama State Department of Education. I am excited to embark on this journey and to be able continue to work with the families of Scottsboro.”