Penn-Delco School Board Candidates

Write-in

Attention Voters:

Protect Our Values — Write In Dennis Cannon and Dr. William Hamilton!

School Board Importance

  • The Penn-Delco School Board consists of nine members who serve four-year terms.

  • They are responsible for budget decisions, curriculum standards, hiring the superintendent, and long-term planning.

Here’s what you need to know:

  • There will be 4 names listed on your ballot this November for School Director. They are not Democrats.

  • Dennis Cannon and Dr. William Hamilton are the only true Democrats running for School Director.

  • They have launched official write-in campaigns and will need your help

Meet Dennis H. Cannon IV

for School Director

Dennis H. Cannon IV

A lifelong Aston resident, community volunteer, and financial leader with 25 years in banking. He's ready to bring his experience and service-driven values to the Penn-Delco School Board

Dennis Cannon was born and raised in Aston.  He currently resides in Aston with his parents, Dennis and Carol Cannon, who are lifelong Aston residents.  Mr. Cannon has a bachelor’s degree in political science from Neumann University.  He has 25 years’ experience in the banking industry and is a Financial Center Manager for Fulton Bank, N.A.  in Chester County.  He is an active volunteer in Aston’s Friends of the Library, an active volunteer at the Philabundance Community Kitchen in Philadelphia and a recent graduate of Leadership Chester County – United Way.  His experience in finance and his continued volunteer work has prepared him to lead in the community with positive results. 

Meet Dr. William J Hamilton

for School Director

Dr. William J Hamilton

An educator with over 30 years of experience and a doctorate in English, committed to helping students thrive and supporting parents in shaping their children’s education. A proud Aston resident and Neumann University professor, Bill is ready to bring his passion for learning to the Penn-Delco School Board.

Bill Hamilton has lived in Aston since 2016 and taught as a member of the English faculty at Neumann University since 2006.  He holds a dual major in English and Psychology from Lehigh University with a minor in Theater, a Master’s Degree in English from the University of Akron, and a Doctorate in English from the University of Oregon.  Since arriving at Neumann University, he has taught classes for both the English and Honors programs, advised their Alphia Sigma Chi chapter of the Sigma Tau Delta National English Honor Society, and currently oversees the English major as its Program Director. Passionately interested in the field of education for over thirty years, he seeks a seat on the school board to assist Aston students in achieving their full academic potential, and parents to gain an active role in guiding their children’s education.

Protect Our Democratic Values

✅ To support real Democratic values and candidates, please write in:
Dennis Cannon and Dr. William Hamilton for School Director, Penn-Delco School District on your ballot.

🚫 Do not check any other boxes under the School District races — those candidates are Republicans, not Democrats.

Make your voice heard. Support Democratic leadership for our schools.

Write in Dennis Cannon and Dr. William Hamilton!

Meet the Candidates

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