Biography
Bernadine Kennedy Kent is the Republican candidate for Ohio House of Representatives District 3 in the November 3, 2026 general election, running against incumbent Democrat Ismail Mohamed.[1][2] A former educator, she previously served in the Ohio House representing District 25 from 2017 to 2020.[2]
Bernadine Kennedy Kent worked as a teacher and assistant principal for Columbus City Schools for more than 20 years and was voted educator of the year during that time.[2] She directs the organization Parent Advocates for Students in Schools (P.A.S.S.).[2]
Kennedy Kent was a member of the Ohio House of Representatives from January 1, 2017, to December 31, 2020, representing District 25; Ballotpedia lists her as a Democrat during that service.[2] On December 17, 2019, she announced she would not seek a third term.[2] In 2019-2020 she was assigned to the Federalism and State and Local Government committees, and at the start of the 2017 session she served on the Community and Family Advancement, Criminal Justice, Government Accountability and Oversight, and Health committees.[2] Ballotpedia reports that her 2016 campaign website highlighted education, government transparency and responsible spending.[2]
- 1.Ohio House of Representatives elections, 2026 - Ballotpedia · Ballotpedia Reference
- 2.Bernadine Kennedy Kent - Ballotpedia · Ballotpedia Reference
Researched from the cited sources on 2026-10-21. Not yet independently fact-checked.
Ohio House District 3
Bernadine Kennedy Kent is on the Nov 3, 2026 ballot for Ohio House District 3 as R. Not researched in depth — candidate list only.
