WCBOE Members

The Ware County Schools Board of Education began the new year with its annual reorganization during the January 2025 meeting. The Board elected Mr. Barry Deas (District 7) to serve as Chairman and Mrs. Alisa "Toni" Nelson (District 1) to serve as Vice Chairman for the year.

The Board is composed of dedicated representatives from across the county:

District 1: Mrs. Alisa "Toni" Nelson
District 2: Mrs. Karen Ethridge
District 3: Mr. Edward L. Tyre
District 4: Mr. Rusty Ganas
District 5: Mr. Wendell Bagley
District 6: Mrs. Brandi Waters
District 7: Mr. Barry Deas

The Board members remain committed to ensuring the best possible education for Ware County students and to serving the community with integrity and transparency.

Community members are encouraged to learn more about the Ware County Board of Education and find contact information by visiting https://www.ware.k12.ga.us/page/board-of-education.

For inquiries, please contact the Ware County Board of Education at (912) 283-8656 or feedback@ware.k12.ga.us.

Front Row L-R: Superintendent Dr. Lynn Barber, Chairman Mr. Barry Deas, Vice Chairman Mrs. Alisa "Toni" Nelson, Mr. Edward "Buster" Tyre
Back Row L-R: Mr. Wendell Bagley, Mr. Rusty Ganas, Mrs. Brandi Waters, Mrs. Karen Ethridge