What is a governing board member?

A governing board member functions as one part of a school district board (consisting of three or five members), making decisions and planning direction for the school district in accordance with State law.


Some areas of responsibility include:

  • Approval of the district budget
  • Approve personnel actions based on the superintendent’s recommendations
  • Attend all regular and special meetings of the governing board
  • Develop and support the vision, mission and goals of the district
  • Establish and approve district policies
  • Hire and evaluate the district superintendent
  • Provide guidance in the development of the district’s budget
  • Review district regulations for compliance with policy

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1. What is a governing board member?
2. What are the qualifications for becoming a governing board member?
3. What duties / powers does a governing board member have?
4. Is there training available for newly elected governing board members?
5. Can I file my nomination petitions and nomination papers separately?
6. What forms are required?
7. Do I fill out a financial disclosure statement?
8. How are petition signatures challenged?
9. Can individuals or the media obtain names and addresses of candidates?
10. What is the term of office for a governing board member?
11. What is the special term for a governing board member?
12. How do I find out which member district I reside in if I want to run for the JTED Governing Board?