Run for Local School Board in Lynbrook Union Free, NY

Election Date: May 20, 2025
Filing Deadline: Apr 30, 2025

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Election Details

Office level: local
Length of term: 3 years
Commitment level: N/A
Affiliation: nonpartisan
Typical salary: N/A
Filing period: Apr 20, 2025 - Apr 30, 2025
Positions:
Lynbrook Union Free School Board

Job description

A seven-member Board of Education, elected by the people of the Lynbrook Union Free School District, is responsible for policy. Each member serves for a term of three years. Elections are held annually, on the third Tuesday in May. School board members establish a shared vision for the schools that they represent which reflects a consensus of the board, community and district staff. The school board has a wide variety of additional responsibilities, such as adopting annual budgets and issuing interim financial reports, adopting the school calendar, negotiating contracts with employees (including the hiring of superintendents), approving curriculum materials and closing or constructing schools. The Board of Education will conduct monthly meetings on the dates and times listed in the calendar on the school district website.

Eligibility requirements

Candidate must be a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years old, qualified voters in the school district and able to read and write. They must be residents of their districts continuously for one year (as little as 30 days or as long as three years in some city school districts) before the election. At the time when the board member takes office, they cannot be employed by the board on which they serve or live in the same household with a family member who is also a member of the same school board.

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FAQ

How often is Local School Board elected?

The position of Local School Board is typically elected every 3 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 Lynbrook Union Free, NY?

No filing fee. Petition signature requirement of 25 qualified district voters or 2% of the number of those who voted in the previous annual election, whichever number is greater.

Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?

Submit paperwork to the School Board District Clerk's office.

Where is the filing office?

111 Atlantic Ave, Lynbrook, NY, 11563.

How can I get in touch with the filing office?

You can contact the filing office by calling 516-612-5000.

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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