How to Run for Belle Fourche School Board in Belle Fourche School District 09-1, SD

A nonpartisan guide to Belle Fourche School Board in Belle Fourche School District 09-1. Learn the requirements to run for office near you.
Filing opens
January 28, 2028
Election date
April 11, 2028
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Days until filing opens
530
Days until election

About Belle Fourche School Board

About this position

Local school board members are responsible for overseeing school operations within the district, typically including employment decisions regarding a district superintendent.
Office level
Local
Election frequency
Every 3 years
Commitment level
Part Time
Affiliation
Nonpartisan
Positions
2 open seats

Election type

  • Partisan election (party labels appear on ballots)
  • Run-off election

How to run for Belle Fourche School Board

  1. User Round
    Step 1

    Meet eligibility requirements

    A person is legally qualified to become a member of a school board if he or she is a United States citizen,complies with the provisions of law relating to the registration of voters and is a qualified elector, at least l8 years of age and not otherwise disqualified.In accordance with state law, no elective county, municipal, or state officer or holder of any other office, whose duties are incompatible or inconsistent with the duties of the school board member will beeligible for such membership. This includes the elected offices of legislator, county commissioner and the municipality.

  2. File Text
    Step 2

    File for office

    Filing requirements
    No filing fee. Petion signature requirement is 20 signatures.
    Filing period
    January 28, 2028 - February 25, 2028
    Paperwork instructions
    Submit paperwork to the School Business Manager's office.
    Where to file
    2305 13th Avenue, Belle Fourche, SD, 57717
    Filing phone
    605-723-3355
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