Election 2025: Jimmy Zuniga For Hatboro-Horsham School Board

Candidates running in the Nov. 4 general election are providing background about themselves and their positions on the issues to voters in these profiles, which will run in Patch individually for each candidate.

HATBORO / HORSHAM TOWNSHIP, PA — Jimmy Zuniga is running for a seat on the Hatboro-Horsham School Board in the Nov. 4 general election.

Zuniga, a Republican, is among eight candidates seeking five seats on the school board, which represents Hatboro and Horsham Township.

Several school board members did not seek re-election, and one, Erin Whalen, is running for Horsham Township Council.

The candidates are Republicans Jimmy Zuniga, Bernie Sousa, Eric Tilghman, Anthony Spangler, and Eric Grier. They face Democratic newcomers Madison Peace, Ashley R. Pierson, Katherine Kahn, Robert Jarvis, and School Board President Jennifer Wilson.

Biographical Information

• Name: Jimmy Zuniga
• Age: 43
• Town of Residence: Hatboro Borough
• Position sought: Hatboro-Horsham School Board
• Are you an incumbent? No
• What Towns Does Your Position Cover? Hatboro Borough and Horsham Township
• Party Affiliation: Republican
• Family: Two daughters
• Education: Law Degree (Juris Doctor)
• Occupation: Business owner

Candidate Questions

1. How do you feel about the school district's recent tax hikes?

I strongly support fiscal responsibility. Any proposed tax increase must be clearly justified and demonstrate a long-term benefit to the district, including real estate property taxes.

Since the implementation of Act 1 (the Taxpayer Relief Act) 18 years ago, the district has reported an average annual tax increase of 2.39 percent — well below the average base index of 2.87 percent.

Hatboro-Horsham School District continues to maintain one of the lowest real estate property tax rates in Montgomery County, and we are committed to keeping that trend moving forward. If tax increases are necessary, they must directly support and reflect the high-quality education our district provides.

For the 2025–2026 school year, a home assessed at the district median value of $148,900 would see an estimated increase of approximately $127.92.

2. What educational background do you bring to the position?

I have a Law Degree from the University of New Hampshire and a bachelor’s degree in international business from DeSales University. I am deeply committed to high educational standards, respect for tradition, and preparing children to succeed in a competitive world.

3. What are the biggest challenges facing the school district in the future?

The school district’s role is to make sure our students receive the best possible education. An education free of indoctrination and following our country’s tradition. To achieve this, the school district must balance the budget and ensure financial sustainability.

The school district must keep up with best practices in curriculum, technology, and professional teacher development. We must give our students the tools they need to have a successful future. No excuses.