Join Greg Cheatham in his mission to represent district two on the Buncombe County School Board. A dedicated and experienced teacher, Greg will work to ensure the best education possible for every student.
Platform: as a school board representative I will work to strengthen the communication between our school system and our community and work to recruit and retain our talented teachers and staff.
Greg Cheatham: Experience and Dedication
Greg Cheatham lives in Black Mountain with his wife Katie and their two dogs. Greg spent 26+ years teaching in Buncombe County, serving as a second, third, and fifth grade classroom teacher, as well as a physical education teacher.
Across his successful public school career, he taught in both the Reynolds and Enka districts. Greg Cheatham was chosen as Teacher of the Year three times by his peers and provided leadership on numerous school committees, including six years as the Chairperson of the School Improvement Team. He also coached the Fairview Flyers Unicycle Team and the Girls on the Run Team. Greg is well known for creating the “Cooking with Coach” show to promote healthy cooking and eating to the students of Fairview Elementary School.
Greg's two sons, Sam and Pete, attended schools in the Reynolds district.Greg, who retired from teaching in 2023, has recently begun a second career in public service with the Asheville Fire Department. Even after his retirement from public education, Greg remains actively engaged as a volunteer and currently serves as president of the Fairview Dad's Club.
WHAT MY supporters SAY
"Greg has my vote for our District 2 representative on the Buncombe County School Board. I trust him. Greg has integrity and he will work in the best interest of all parties involved."
CHeryl Lewis, Teacher
"Greg is the perfect choice to serve
the School Board in District 2!"
Glenda Bailey, Reynolds Community Member
