Two Candidates Vie for Broward School Board District 7 Seat

Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, July 30, 2026 —

Broward County voters in School Board District 7 will choose between two candidates, Cynthia Dominique and Rochelle “Shelly” Soffer, for a seat formerly held by Nora Rupert. The district encompasses several municipalities, including Coconut Creek, Deerfield Beach, Margate, and Pompano Beach.

Both Dominique and Soffer have presented their strategies for tackling significant issues facing the school district, namely financial pressures and a decrease in student enrollment. The upcoming election will determine the direction the district takes in addressing these complex challenges.

Information regarding the specific plans and proposals of each candidate was not provided in the summary. Details on their proposed solutions for financial management, budget allocation, and strategies to reverse or mitigate declining enrollment numbers are awaited.

The vacated seat by incumbent Nora Rupert leaves an opening for new leadership to guide the district through its current fiscal and demographic landscapes. The outcomes of the election will be closely watched by educators, parents, and community members within District 7.

Further details on the candidates’ backgrounds, policy stances, and endorsements are expected as the election progresses.

Story summarized from the original created by Saira Anwer on www.local10.com, see more information here.