Board of Education
What are some of the powers and duties of a local school board?Under state law, a board of education has ultimate responsibility for school district operations. Each board has general powers to:
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Board Members |
| Todd Wilson-twilson@phr3boe.com | |
| Lori Redwine-lredwine@phr3boe.com | |
| David Adamcyzk-dadamczyk@phr3boe.com | |
| Deenia Hocker-dhocker@phr3boe.com | |
| Travis Ross-tross@phr3boe.com | |
| Scott George-sgeorge@phr3boe.com | |
| Lisa Vescovi-lvescovi@phr3boe.com |
Cathy Jobe, Board Secretary
MEETING SCHEDULE
Meetings begin at 6:15 p.m. and are held in the Board Room in the District Central Office at 318 Cedar Street, Pleasant Hill, MO.
| Regular Sessions | Work Sessions |
|---|---|
| July 18,2023 | September 14 |
| August 15, 2023 | |
| September 19, 2023 | |
| October 17, 2023 | |
| November 16, 2023 | |
| December 19, 2023 | |
| January 16, 2024 | |
| February 20, 2024 | |
| March 19, 2024 | |
| April 16, 2024 | |
| May 21, 2024 | |
| June 18, 2024 |
How are members of the Board of Education selected?
In most school districts in Missouri, voters elect board members on a nonpartisan ballot. The election is held on the first Tuesday in April. Nearly all school boards in Missouri have seven members who serve three-year terms.
Who is eligible to serve as a school board member?
In order to serve on a school board in Missouri a person must be a citizen of the United States; a resident taxpayer of the district; a resident of the state for one year preceding election or appointment; and be at least 24 years old. Board members come from all walks of life and serve as unpaid volunteers.