more than a candidate
Dr. Kimberly D. Coward is a dedicated educator, attorney, veteran, and advocate for students, families, and strong communities. As a proud product of Pasco County schools, Dr. Coward understands firsthand the importance of a strong public education system and the lasting impact schools have on shaping futures.
A former Pasco County educator, Dr. Coward served as a guidance counselor at Wesley Chapel High School and Land O’ Lakes High School, working directly with students and families to support academic achievement, personal growth, and future success. Her firsthand experience in Pasco County schools gives her a deep understanding of the opportunities and challenges facing students, teachers, and families today.
Dr. Coward currently serves as a partner at Coward & Coward, P.A., where she practices law alongside her sister, Alfreda D. Coward, focusing primarily on criminal, family, and governmental law. She is also a proud veteran, having served as a Captain in the United States Air Force Judge Advocate General’s (JAG) Corps.
Committed to advocacy both professionally and personally, Dr. Coward serves as co-founder and secretary-treasurer of One Voice Children’s Law Center, a nonprofit organization supporting children involved in dependency, delinquency, and educational matters. She also remains active in civic and professional leadership, including service with Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., The Florida Bar, and the American Bar Association.
A lifelong learner and passionate advocate for education, Dr. Coward earned her Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Education Management from Hampton University and her Juris Doctor, Master of Education, Education Specialist, and Bachelor of Science in Psychology degrees from the University of Florida.
For Dr. Coward, strong schools begin with listening, accountability, and meaningful partnerships that ensure every student feels safe, supported, and empowered to succeed.
Experience That Sets Kim Apart
Dr. Coward's background spans military service, law, education, and child advocacy - A combination no other candidate in this race can match.
Childcare Licensing Attorney
Department of Children & Families
Captain - U.S. Air Force
JAG Corps
Co-Founder & Attorney
Coward & Coward, P.A.
Policy Attorney
Broward County Schools
Co-Founder
One Voice Children's Law Center
Guidance Counselor
Wesley Chapel & Land O' Lakes HS
A Lifetime of learning
Five degrees, all earned, including a PhD in Education Management, so she understands the systems she's seeking to improve.
PhD in Education Management
Hampton University
Juris Doctor (JD)
University of Florida, College of Law
Education Specialist
University of Florida
Master of Education
University of Florida
Bachelor of Science
University of Florida
Salutatorian
Pasco Comprehensive High School
Voices From District 1
Pasco County residents, educators, and families know Dr. Coward and they're rallying behind her.
"Ms. Coward took the time to encourage, guide, and support me during a time when I was struggling to keep my GPA at a level to graduate and pass my FCAT. What stood out most was her genuine care for other students and me, and her belief that every young person deserves to be seen and supported. Her encouragement helped me gain confidence and stay focused on my future. Because of that experience, I know firsthand that Kimberly Coward listens, leads with compassion, and truly cares about students and families."
V. Pryor
"Kim is an outstanding candidate because she has spent her career investing in students and helping them succeed. As my high school guidance counselor, she helped me secure scholarships, navigate the college selection process, and believed in my potential. She understands firsthand the challenges students and families face and has dedicated her life to helping others overcome them."
M. Shaw
"I had the privilege of teaching Dr. Kimberly Coward at Pasco High School, and even then, she stood out as one of the brightest and most remarkable students I had ever taught. Kimberly represents the very best of what Pasco County schools have to offer: intelligence, integrity, perseverance, and a genuine commitment to serving children and families. Her deep roots in this community, combined with her extraordinary experience as an educator, attorney, and Air Force veteran, give her a perspective that cannot be replicated. I am incredibly proud of the woman and leader she has become, and I wholeheartedly endorse Dr. Kimberly Coward for Pasco County School Board."
S. K. Bonti
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