Elections are coming soon!
Seeking School Board Candidates
Skamania School District is looking for candidates to run for director positions. The county is accepting declarations of candidacy between May 13 and 17, 2019.
School Board members play very important roles in the school district:
- Provide responsible school district governance
- Communicate and commit to high expectations for student learning
- Create conditions that foster student and staff success
- Hold the district accountable for student learning
- Engage the community in education.
Who may apply?
Applicants must be registered voters living in Skamania School District.
What time commitment does the position require?
Board meetings are held the third Monday of each month, and Board workshops are held every other month on the second Monday. On occasion, there might be an open public meeting, training or conference held in lieu of, or in addition to, a Board meeting. Board members receive agendas and background information to use in preparing for each meeting.
How long will the board appointment last?
Positions #2 (Becky Price, current director) and #4 (Leslie K. Robb, current director) are four-year terms, expiring in 2023.
Positions #3 (Brenda Bush, current director) and #5 (Paul Keating, current director) are two-year unexpired terms, which will expire in 2021.
How do I become a School Board member?
If you’re interested in a seat on the Board, please file your declaration of candidacy between May 13 and 17, 2019, with the Skamania County Elections Office.
Where can I find more information?
Please see A Guide for Candidates, by the Washington State School Directors’ Association or contact Skamania School District at 509-427-8239 and ask to speak to Superintendent Ralph Pruitt.