That seat is currently held by her husband, Ted Gaines, who won handily Tuesday but eventually will be termed out.
The El Dorado Union High School District has seen its share of controversy in recent years, most notably when Oak Ridge High School Principal Paul Burke was placed on administrative leave last year and ultimately fired this year.
A district consultant’s report said Burke frequently used profanity, periodically lost his temper and made derogatory remarks about teachers, parents and students.
The board race saw four candidates compete for two spots. Incumbents Lori Veerkamp and David Del Rio held onto their seats against challengers David Bicknell and Deloy Link.
In the Rescue Union School District, three candidates vied for two seats. Tagg Neal topped the results, winning nearly 37 percent of votes cast. Stephanie Kent and Serena Posner almost tied, with Posner winning 31.47 percent and Kent winning 31.33 percent.
Much of the county’s other action occurred in small special district races.