Local school board members are responsible for overseeing school operations within the district, typically including employment decisions regarding a district superintendent.
A person is legally qualified to become a member of a school board if he or she is a United States citizen,complies with the provisions of law relating to the registration of voters and is a qualified elector, at least l8 years of age and not otherwise disqualified.In accordance with state law, no elective county, municipal, or state officer or holder of any other office, whose duties are incompatible or inconsistent with the duties of the school board member will beeligible for such membership. This includes the elected offices of legislator, county commissioner and the municipality.
Filing Requirements
No filing fee. Petion signature requirement is 20 signatures.
Paperwork Instructions
Submit paperwork to the School Business Manager's office.