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September 27, 2023
Run for Local School Board in Wantagh Union Free, NY
Election Date: May 20, 2025Filing Deadline: Apr 30, 2025
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: Wantagh Union Free School Board
Job description
School board members in New York, even though sitting on a local board, serve as state officials, joining over 5,000 other men and women in guiding a statewide school system that services more than three million children. One of their most important duties is to set goals and establish policy for the district. Board members receive no pay for their service, but have the satisfaction of knowing that they are performing an indispensable public service. The Wantagh Board of Education is made up of five residents of the community who serve staggered three-year terms as your representatives in all matters concerning the school district. Board elections are held annually in the spring. The Board has its own bylaws, which have been developed within the bounds of legal authority granted to local boards by the State of New York.
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.
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 Wantagh 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?
3301 Beltagh Ave, Wantagh, NY 11793.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 516-781-8000.
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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