Beth Gardner Helfrich

Beth Gardner Helfrich was born in North Carolina. She earned a bachelor's degree from Davidson College. Her career experience includes working as a writer/editor. She worked as an English teacher and school leader/administrator from 2005 to 2020.[1]

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Hi, I'm Beth.

I'm a third-generation District 98 native and a proud graduate of North Mecklenburg High School and Davidson College.

I'm a former teacher and school leader, an engaged citizen, and a community champion with a family-owned small business.

And my husband Tim and I are raising our five children, ages 3-15, less than a mile from my childhood home.

I'm working for a future that will make us proud, and I'm ready to put my experience, values, and energy to work serving District 98 and its people.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

We deserve government that works for us. Voter suppression, money in politics, gerrymandered maps, and power grabs hurt our democracy and damage trust. I will serve with accountability, transparency, and honesty.I'm a public school champion. Strong public schools are the backbone of strong communities. We must fully fund our public schools and expand support for early childhood education. We all deserve to live safe, healthy, and productive lives. I will work to expand access to quality healthcare, childcare, and reproductive care; fight for cleaner air and water; and demand common sense legislation that will keep our kids safer at home and in school.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Education; housing, transportation, and economic mobility; childcare and healthcare, including reproductive care, maternal care, and gun violence prevention; climate resilience; and government reform.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

integrity; level-headedness; care

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

The Space Shuttle Challenger explosion. It was my older brother's 8th birthday. I had just turned five.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

My very first job was unpaid. At two, I began performing in my grandfather's magic shows: C. Shaw Smith's Wacky Wizardry.

What is your favorite book? Why?

Books are my favorite, in general!

Tell us your favorite joke.

Q: How do you make a tissue dance?

A: Put a little boogie in it.