Javaid Siddiqi

Javaid Edward Siddiqi (born April 9, 1977) is an American educator and former government official. He served as Virginia Secretary of Education under Governor Bob McDonnell from November 2013 to January 2014. He is currently president and CEO of the Hunt Institute, an education-focused nonprofit.

Early life and education Siddiqi is a lifelong resident of Chesterfield County, Virginia. The son of a father from Pakistan and a mother from New York, Siddiqi grew up in Ettrick, Virginia.

His father was a professor at Virginia State University. Siddiqi attended Chesterfield County Public Schools from kindergarten until his graduation from Matoaca High School.

He initially attended Longwood University, but chose instead to study at Richard Bland College, a community college. He later attended the Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), graduating with a bachelor's degree in biology. He later received a master's degree in educational leadership Virginia State University. He served on the board until January 2020.

In 2019, Siddiqi ran for a position on the Midlothian Board of Supervisors, receiving the Democratic nomination for the role. His campaign centered on his belief that the Board of Supervisors has neglected to invest in education. He lost to Republican candidate Leslie Takacs Haley by a 53.3% to 44.4% margin.

Personal life Siddiqi is married and has two children.