Student Board of Education Member Election Process

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Dear Schreiber Juniors and Families,

 

We’re excited to announce that applications are now open for the 2025–2026 Student Member of the Port Washington Board of Education. This is a unique opportunity for one (soon to be) Schreiber senior to represent the voice of the student body at monthly Board of Education meetings and contribute meaningfully to district-wide conversations.

 

To be eligible, students must:

  • Be a current junior (rising senior)
  • Have attended Schreiber for at least one year prior to the election
  • Be on track to graduate with their class (no minimum GPA required)
  • Have had no suspensions since the start of junior year

 

Responsibilities:

  • Attend and sit with Board members during all Regular public meetings during
  • the school year from 7:30 PM until 9:30 PM (dates below)
  • Represent the student body and participate in discussions
  • Abide by all applicable Board policies, including the Code of Character, Culture, and Conduct

 

Election Process:

  • Students in grades 9–11 will vote for one candidate
  • The candidate with the most votes will serve as the student member
  • The runner-up will serve as the alternate if the selected student is unable to complete their term

 

Timeline:

  • April 23 – May 7: Application window open
  • May 7 by 3:30 PM: Applications due to Dr. Behr in the Main Office (late submissions will not be accepted)
  • May 8: Eligibility review
  • May 9: Eligible candidates notified
  • May 16 by 3:30 PM: 45-second speech video and single Google Slide due via Google form (sent to eligible candidates)
  • May 19 – 22: Student voting
  • May 28: Election results announced
  • June 17: Student member formally recognized at the Board of Education meeting

 

2025-2026 Board of Education Meetings (at Schreiber) unless otherwise indicated:

 

  1. Tuesday, September 16, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
  2. Tuesday, October 7, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
  3. Tuesday, November 18, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM (at Sousa)
  4. Tuesday, December 16, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
  5. Tuesday, January 6, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
  6. Tuesday, January 20, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
  7. Tuesday, February 10, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
  8. Tuesday, March 10, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
  9. Tuesday, March 24, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
  10. Tuesday, April 14, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
  11. Tuesday, April 21, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
  12. Tuesday, May 5, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
  13. Tuesday, June 16, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

 

By applying, potential candidates agree to adhere to the Code of Character, Culture, and Conduct. All materials must be appropriate for a school-wide audience, promote candidacy positively, and may not reference or speak negatively about others.

 

Click on the link here to download the application or pick up a paper copy in the main office.

 

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