Springfield District · Fairfax County School Board

Putting Springfield students and families first.

With nearly two decades in our community and a proven record of service, Tamara O'Neil is running for the Fairfax County School Board to fight for fully funded, equitable schools that work for every child.

Tamara O'Neil
20 years
rooted in Springfield
2 kids
proud FCPS students
PTA President
& lifelong community advocate
Where Tamara stands

Priorities centered on students and families

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01

Fully funded neighborhood schools

Invest in the classrooms, staff, and facilities every Springfield student depends on.

02

Equity & opportunity for all

Close opportunity gaps so every child — in every neighborhood — has the chance to thrive.

03

Transparency & trust

Lead with integrity through partnership, accountability, and listening first.

Tamara with her daughter at a Springfield school
Meet Tamara

A neighbor who shows up and gets the job done.

For nearly 20 years, the Springfield District has been my home. My husband and I are raising our two children here, both proud FCPS students, because we believe in public education as a cornerstone of opportunity, equity, and a strong democracy.

As a nonprofit executive, PTA president, and longtime volunteer, I've spent my career bringing people together to solve real problems for families.

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In her corner

What neighbors and educators are saying

“Even when the [school boundary] process became difficult, she remained respectful, transparent, and committed to doing what was right for children.”
Gillian R.
FCPS parent
“She always shows up and she's been doing the work for years.”
Heather H.
FCPS parent
“Tamara listens, asks thoughtful questions, and takes the time to understand the challenges we face every day.”
FCPS teacher

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