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Run for Local School Board in North Monterey County Unifiedundefined, CA
Election Date: Nov 5, 2024Filing Deadline: Aug 9, 2024
Election Details
- Office level: local
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: N/A
- Affiliation: nonpartisan
- Typical salary: N/A
- Filing period: Jul 15, 2024 - Aug 9, 2024
- Positions: North Monterey County Unified School Board - Area 3North Monterey County Unified School Board - Area 1South Monterey County Joint Union High School BoardNorth Monterey County Unified School Board - Area 5
Job description
The Local School Board member is responsible for overseeing school operations within the district, and often for hiring/firing of school superintendents.
Eligibility requirements
You may be elected or appointed to a governing board of a school district if you are: 18 years of age or older; a citizen of the state; a resident of the school district; a registered voter; and not disqualified by the constitution or laws of the state from holding a civil office. An employee of a school district may not be sworn into office as an elected or appointed member of that school district’s governing board unless and until he or she resigns as an employee. If the employee does not resign, the employment automatically terminates upon being sworn into office. Any registered voter is eligible to be a member of the county board of education except the county superintendent of schools, any member of his or her staff, or any employee of a school district in that county.
FAQ
How often is Local School Board elected?
The position of Local School Board is typically elected every 4 years.
What does it mean for an election to be nonpartisan?
Nonpartisan elections do not require candidates to declare a party affiliation.
What are the filing requirements to get on the ballot in North Monterey County Unifiedundefined, CA?
No filing fee or petition signature requirement.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the county registrar of voters' office.
Where is the filing office?
1441 Schilling Pl, Salinas, CA 93901.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 831-796-1499.
How do I get started running for Local School Board?
You can start running for Local School Board by checking to ensure you meet all filing deadlines and requirements. Next, you can prepare to file for office and start planning your campaign strategy. Get in touch with our team of campaign experts for help with any step of the campaign process!
Is there a primary or runoff election for this office?
The next election for Local School Board includes a primary, but not a runoff election.
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