How often is Berkeley County School Board elected?

The position of Berkeley County 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 on the ballot.

What are the filing requirements to get on the ballot in West Virginia?

Filing fee of $25, no petition signature requirement.

Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?

Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office.

Where is the filing office?

100 West King Street, Martinsburg, WV 25401

How can I get in touch with the filing office?

You can contact the filing office by calling 304-264-1927.

How do I get started running for Berkeley County School Board?

You can start running for Berkeley County 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 Berkeley County School Board does not include a primary or runoff election.

How to Run for Berkeley County School Board in Berkeley County School District, Berkeley County, West Virginia

About Berkeley County School Board

About this position

Each West Virginia county school district is under the control of the a Board of Education, which is made up of 5 non-partisan members, nominated and voted by the voters of their respective counties. School board members are responsible for the public schools within their respective counties. There are 55 counties in West Virginia, and there are over 650,000 students K-12 in WV public schools. The Board of Education's responsibilities entails supplying the vision for their school districts, hiring and professional observation of senior level staff for schools, and making budgetary decisions for the district. Candidates for school board can reside anywhere within the county, however, no more than two board members can reside in the same district.

Office level: Local
Election frequency: Every 4 years
Typical salary: $160 per meeting
Commitment level: Part Time
Affiliation: Nonpartisan
Positions: 2 open seats

Election type

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