Professional Experience
Kyle Savage works in IT for the Florida Education Association. He previously taught 5th and 6th grade Math and Science at Cape View Elementary in Cape Canaveral (2016–2020), and served as Treasurer for the Brevard Federation of Teachers.
Public Service
Kyle Savage is a U.S. Army veteran who served as a Military Police Officer beginning in 2008, including Personal Security Detail duty for CENTCOM Commander Gen. James Mattis and other senior dignitaries in the Middle East (2010–2011).
Education
Bachelor's degree in Biology, Drury University; Graduate Certificate in IT (ITTP), University of Central Florida
Campaign Phone
(321)353-2613
Campaign Mailing Address
P.O. Box 540034 Merritt Island, Fl 32954
I support parents having options for their kids' education. But every taxpayer dollar needs oversight and results, public or private. Florida's voucher spending is projected to grow from $1.2 billion to $4.9 billion in just a few years. Meanwhile, Brevard schools are cutting staffing by 7% due to declining enrollment. I believe the better answer is building public schools so strong that parents choose them first. That means smaller class sizes, real CTE and aerospace pathways, and stronger investment in teachers. Before expanding vouchers further, taxpayers deserve to see where that money goes and what it produces.
As a former teacher, and the student who almost fell through the cracks myself, this issue is personal. My first priority is early intervention: expanding VPK to every elementary school so no student starts behind. I would focus resources on early literacy and numeracy in the years that matter most, before gaps become permanent. I would also expand vocational and technical pathways so every student has a real path to success, not just a four year degree. None of it works without keeping experienced teachers in the classroom, so competitive pay has to be part of the plan.
I taught in Brevard classrooms, so I know why teachers leave. Pay is the biggest factor. Brevard's average teacher salary sits $2,542 below the state average, and veteran teachers face real salary compression. I would advocate hard at the state level to close that gap and get our teachers paid what they have earned. Retention also means trust. I would push to reduce excessive testing and paperwork so teachers can focus on teaching, not compliance. My own background working on pay and working conditions for educators gives me real relationships to bring to this fight, not just talking points.
Book reviews should follow a consistent, transparent process, not shortcuts or blanket bans. This board tried to ban all 298 books on a state list at once instead of reviewing titles individually. By this board's own math, that would have taken nearly 15 years. It also removed teacher and parent members from the committee and eliminated public comment. That is dysfunction, not policy. I would restore full committee membership, protect public comment, and set clear timelines so review does not stretch on for years.
Florida's Sunshine Law requires that board business be conducted in the open. Any meeting of two or more board members discussing matters that may come before the board must be public, properly noticed in advance, and documented with minutes. This applies beyond formal meetings. It covers emails, texts, and private conversations between members about board business. I will avoid violating it by never discussing pending board matters privately with other members outside of noticed public meetings. Any questions on district business will go through staff or the public record, not side channels. Transparency is not optional. It is the standard I will hold myself to on day one.
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Professional Experience
I have approximately 20 years in financial management and strategic planning roles in Brevard's healthcare and defense industries. Today, I work as a Realtor, specializing in helping seniors and their families sell their home when they can no longer live there safely.
Public Service
I have been actively involved in our public schools as a volunteer and business partner. My community involvement also includes volunteer work with local organizations and serving as a team captain for the Alzheimer's Walk.
Education
I have a Master of Business Administration and Bachelor of Science Business Administration, Accounting from the University of Central Florida
Campaign Phone
321-917-1295
Campaign Mailing Address
1561 Scout Dr., Rockledge, FL 32955
Florida's scholarship and voucher programs expand educational options for families who believe another setting better meets their child's needs. I support a parent's right to choose the educational pathway that is best for their child. However, I do not believe those choices should be funded from the same pool of money that supports our public schools. Public schools are required to educate every student and continue to bear fixed costs even when enrollment declines. Any program receiving public dollars should also meet strong standards for accountability, transparency, and educational outcomes.
Achievement gaps begin long before third-grade testing. The School Board should prioritize expanding access to high-quality VPK so every child enters kindergarten ready to learn. We must also support teachers with the resources they need, including experienced literacy coaches who help identify struggling students early and provide targeted interventions. Data should guide where resources and support are needed, but not replace meaningful learning experiences. Finally, strong family engagement is essential. When schools and families work together from a child's earliest years, every student has a greater opportunity to succeed.
Competitive compensation is essential, and I will continue to advocate for better teacher pay. However, the School Board can also improve retention by addressing the factors it directly controls. We need to understand why educators leave through meaningful district-level exit interviews and by tracking retention trends. Teachers should be partners in improving our schools, not have changes imposed on them without their input. Reducing unnecessary administrative burdens, providing strong mentoring and instructional support, and ensuring educators feel respected and heard will make Brevard a district where great teachers choose to stay.
I support using established review procedures that comply with Florida law and rely on the expertise of certified media specialists and review committees. The process should be transparent, consistent, and based on educational standards rather than political pressure. Parents should have meaningful opportunities to raise concerns and participate in the process, but decisions affecting all students should follow a fair, professional review. I would periodically review district policies to ensure they remain effective, transparent, and compliant with changes in state law.
Florida's Sunshine Law exists to ensure transparency, accountability, and public trust by requiring that governmental decision-making occur openly rather than behind closed doors. As a School Board member, I will avoid discussing pending Board business with other members outside of publicly noticed meetings and will rely on established procedures whenever questions arise. I believe transparency is fundamental to good government. Elected officials who are committed to representing their constituents should welcome open decision-making and public accountability, not view them as obstacles.
