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Mark Your Calendar
Election Day: Tuesday, November 3, 2026
Pontiac School Board General Election — make a plan to vote and bring a friend.
Polls open 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
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Meet Maicol
Meet Maicol Rivera
Maicol Rivera is a Pontiac community advocate, small business owner, nonprofit founder, and workforce development supporter committed to creating stronger opportunities for students and families.
As Founder of Maicol’s Technology Services LLC and Founder/Chair of Cultural Connect Inc., Maicol has worked to connect residents with technology, workforce development opportunities, educational resources, and community support programs.
He believes every student deserves access to quality education, career readiness programs, skilled trades exposure, leadership opportunities, and a safe learning environment.
Now, Maicol is running for the Pontiac School Board to help build stronger schools, stronger families, and stronger futures for every student in Pontiac.
Why I’m Running
A Vision For Pontiac Students
I am running for Pontiac School Board because every child deserves access to a quality education, a safe learning environment, and opportunities to succeed.
As a small business owner, nonprofit founder, and community advocate, I have dedicated my career to helping families access resources, technology, workforce development, and educational opportunities.
I believe our schools should prepare students for college, skilled trades, entrepreneurship, military service, and successful careers.
Together we can build stronger schools, stronger families, and a stronger Pontiac.
Community Advocate
Founder focused on resources, access, and opportunities for Pontiac families.
Education Focused
Driven to expand student achievement, safety, and career readiness.
Community Impact
What I’ve Already Done
A track record of service, advocacy, and real work for Pontiac families — before ever asking for a vote.
Founded Maicol's Technology Services LLC
Built a Pontiac small business helping residents access technology and digital tools.
Founded Cultural Connect Inc.
Nonprofit connecting families with resources, support, and community programs.
Workforce Development Support
Backed local initiatives that prepare youth and adults for in-demand careers.
Technology Access for Families
Helped residents bridge the digital divide with devices, training, and guidance.
Community Partnerships
Built relationships with local businesses, nonprofits, and community leaders.
Youth Education Advocacy
Championed career readiness, mentorship, and stronger schools for Pontiac students.
Volunteer & Service Programs
Supported volunteer drives and community service across Pontiac neighborhoods.
Digital Literacy & Workforce Skills
Promoted skills training that opens real career pathways for Pontiac residents.
Campaign Priorities
Focused leadership for students, families, and Pontiac
A practical platform centered on educational outcomes, safe schools, and stronger community partnership.
Student Achievement
Improve literacy, math proficiency, graduation rates, and student outcomes across Pontiac schools.
Workforce Development
Expand internships, skilled trades, technology certifications, and apprenticeship pathways for students.
Parent Engagement
Increase transparency and strengthen communication between schools and families.
Fiscal Accountability
Ensure taxpayer resources are spent responsibly, efficiently, and transparently.
School Safety
Promote safe, supportive, and welcoming learning environments for every child.
Community Partnerships
Build stronger partnerships with local businesses, nonprofits, colleges, and community leaders.
Featured Policy
Student Leadership & Career Readiness Initiative
Expanding teacher assistant, skilled trades exposure, technology career pathways, and community partnerships for Pontiac students.
Future Ready Pontiac — Real Experience. Real Results.
How hands-on student mentoring shapes my vision for Pontiac's future.
Voter Education
First-Time Voter Guide
How young voters, first-time voters, and families in Pontiac register, get ID-ready, and vote in 2026.
District Boundary
Check Your School District
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Questions & Answers
Pontiac School Board Election Questions
Who can vote, when the election is, what the board controls, and where Maicol stands — answered plainly.
Campaign Video
Hear From Maicol: 2026 Candidate Interview
Watch Maicol Rivera Torres's official 2026 Pontiac School Board candidate interview with the Oakland County Times — why he is running, what students and families deserve, and the leadership he will bring to our district.
Community Support
Endorsements from across Pontiac
Residents, parents, and community leaders are standing with the campaign.
“I am pleased to endorse Maicol Rivera for Pontiac School Board. His commitment to civic service goes all the way back to when he was only 18 years old, and he has continued serving through business, youth development, technology, workforce opportunities, and community partnerships. His willingness to support local entrepreneurs and create opportunities within the community stands out most of all — not promises during an election, but what he has been doing long before he ever asked anyone for a vote. Pontiac would be fortunate to have his level of commitment and dedication serving its students and families.”
Amina Hilton
Founder & CEO, Her Garden Co.
“Maicol has been a great business man for several years now. He is also kind to the community and the people around him. Very positive, understands structure, and still holds humility to that foundation. I will definitely be voting Maicol Rivera this November.”
Anetra Jones
Parent & Community Volunteer
“Maicol Rivera understands the challenges facing Pontiac families and leads with energy, compassion, and accountability.”
Community Leader
Pontiac Resident
“His commitment to opportunity, workforce development, and safe schools makes him the right voice for students.”
Local Advocate
Youth Mentor
“Maicol listens first, works hard, and is focused on real results for students and families.”
Neighborhood Supporter
Parent & Volunteer
More endorsements coming soon.
Take Action
Join the campaign today
Six ways to stand with Maicol and build stronger schools, stronger families, and a stronger Pontiac.
Sign Petition
Add your name to the campaign petition.
Volunteer
Help knock doors, make calls, and turn out voters.
Endorse Maicol
Lend your voice and stand with the campaign.
Request Yard Sign
Show your support across Pontiac neighborhoods.
Donate
Power the campaign with a contribution of any size.
Contact Campaign
Have a question or idea? Get in touch.
Volunteer
Sign up to volunteer with Team Rivera
Tell us how you'd like to help and the campaign team will reach out directly. Every sign-up goes straight to our campaign inbox.
Yard Signs
Request a yard sign for your yard
Signs are free. Tell us where to bring it and a volunteer will confirm delivery — every request also goes straight to our campaign inbox.
Campaign Commitments
Strong schools. Strong families. Stronger Pontiac.
Student-centered results
Better academic outcomes through accountability, support, and access to opportunity.
Family-focused leadership
Transparent communication and real collaboration with parents, guardians, and residents.
Safe, responsible governance
Strong stewardship of taxpayer dollars and safe, welcoming learning environments.