What Should I Look for in a School Board Candidate?
Think about and discuss with your family the issues that are important in your school district. You'll want to find out where the candidates stand on issues that are important to you. What's your hot button? How does it match a candidate’s specific platform?
You might also look for the following qualities:
- The ability to work well with a team and support group decisions, along with an understanding that the board sets a climate for the entire district.
- A desire to work toward a stronger relationship between the district and the public it serves.
- A keen eye toward serving the needs of all students, regardless of their abilities and backgrounds.
- A professional, poised demeanor and respectful behavior.
- Respect for diverse points of view.
- Commitment to the time and energy required each week for meetings, phone calls, conversations, visits to schools, and professional development seminars and workshops.
- Knowledge about district policies, guidelines, needs, challenges and strengths.