Nominations are open, sign me up!
Serving on the school board is an impactful way to make a positive difference in our local education system. If you have considered running for a seat on the board, now is the time to act. You can pick up nomination papers - available now - at your local town office. What follows is a brief overview of what you need to know.
To get started, you must meet a few basic eligibility requirements such as being a resident of a municipality in the district and a registered voter. Once you pick up your nomination papers from the town office, you will need to gather petition signatures to officially declare your candidacy and return the form by a certain date. Requirements vary between towns and cities, so contact your local office to learn the specifics.
Once the nomination process is complete, your name will appear on the ballot for the next election. At this time you can reach out to voters in the community and attend public meetings in your town or city to campaign for the elected seat on the board. Campaigning may involve distributing flyers, putting up yard signs, communicating your platform and priorities if elected, and encouraging people to vote.
School boards are comprised of members from the community who meet regularly to make important decisions regarding district policies, budgets, facilities, curriculum, and more. Serving on the board is a volunteer commitment that requires you to attend meetings, be responsive to parents and teachers, and keep the best interests of the students in mind.
Running for the school board can be highly rewarding. It allows you to directly influence key decisions about our local schools. If you have a passion for education and are willing to commit your time as an elected official, consider getting your name on the next ballot! Please reach out if you have any other questions about the process.
Please visit the following town websites for more information.
Manchester: https://www.manchesterme.org/
Mount Vernon: https://www.mtvernonme.org/
Readfield: https://www.readfieldmaine.gov/
Wayne: https://www.waynemaine.org/
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