School board members make a difference in the community.
A school board member helps make important decisions about schools in your community. Their decision-making affects district policies that strive to make schools better. They work with educators, families, administration, and elected officials to ensure students get the best education.
Become a school board member to:
Make a Difference:
Serving on a school board allows you to make a difference in how our schools are run.
Grow as a Person:
Serving on a school board opens doors to networking, learning, and growth.
Improve the Community You Love:
Being a school board member is a way to make your community even better.
Speak Up for Education:
Your voice as a board of education member matters. Use it to help give every Delaware student the free, challenging and robust public education they deserve.
Bring a New Perspective:
Change is good. Fresh ideas can ensure that our students get an education focused on student outcomes.
Interested but not sure you’re qualified?
You just need to be honest and fair. A school board member must be transparent, listen to the public and engage with all interested parties.
LEGAL QUALIFICATIONS TO BE A CANDIDATE
Must be a citizen of the United States and Delaware and live in the school district
Must be 18 years of age or older at the time of the election
Must live in the nominating district for which you are a candidate
Cannot be a paid employee of the district subject to rules & regulations of the board
Must complete a Department of Elections background check each time you file
Must go through a child protection registry check
2024 filing deadline has ended. Begin preparations for 2025.
Until adult behaviors change, student outcomes won’t.
Remember, being a school board member is a way to impact schools and students’ lives positively. It’s like being a superhero for education in your community!