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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: May 13, 2025Filing Deadline: Mar 7, 2025
Election Details
- Office level: local
- Length of term: 5 years
- Commitment level: Part Time
- Affiliation: nonpartisan
- Typical salary: $0
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: N/A - Mar 7, 2025
- Positions: Red Clay Consolidated School Board - District BRed Clay Consolidated School Board - District FRed Clay Consolidated School Board - District CRed Clay Consolidated School Board - District ERed Clay Consolidated School Board - District A...
Job description
Local school board members are responsible for overseeing school operations within the district, typically including employment decisions regarding a district superintendent.
Eligibility requirements
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 a candidate; cannot be a paid employee of the district; must never have been convicted of embezzlement
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 820 North French St Suite 400, Wilmington, DE 19801
Filing phone number: 302-577-3464
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the County Department of Elections' office.
Filing requirements: No filing fee or petition signature requirement.
FAQ
How often is Local School Board elected?
The position of Local School Board is typically elected every 5 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 Red Clay Consolidated School District, DE?
No filing fee or petition signature requirement.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Department of Elections' office.
Where is the filing office?
820 North French St Suite 400, Wilmington, DE 19801.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 302-577-3464.
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 does not include a primary or runoff election.
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