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Running for your local Board of Education – 2009
Welcome 2009 school board candidates and incumbents! Use this page, and the rest of CASB’s Web site, to gain a deeper understanding of the job of a school board, the role of individual board members and how you can best use your exceptional leadership skills by running for your local board. For General Election 2009 information, click here. 
CASB Great Governing Blog
Check out this new resource for advice and wisdom from veteran board members, plus other great resources to help you learn more about the important role of school board members and their governance responsibilities.Key Dates for Candidates
A quick overview of dates candidates should know when running for the board.
School Board Candidate Guide
An overview of what you need to know about running for a seat on your school board.
Year One
New school board members traditionally receive this monthly publication exploring various aspects of the school board member role.
School Board Handbook of Leadership Essentials
This handbook, revised every school board election, is your one-stop shop for all information board-related. The board handbook has become many school board’s go-to source for everything from maximizing board relationships to understanding school finance.
Candidate/Incumbent information form
Please fill out this form to help CASB learn more about the candidates and incumbents running for your school board seats.New and Current Board Member Information
Superintendents and/or superintendent secretaries please provide your current board member information as of the November 2009 elections. Please provide information for your entire board.Candidate Conversations
Enlightening questions to learn more about your candidates and to help your candidates learn more about your board members.On Becoming a Great Board Member: A Powerpoint Presentation
Use this PowerPoint to begin conversations among your board team or with new candidates. PPT PDF
Note: Check back to this page periodically to gather new tips and information.