Running for Local Office: How to Run for School Board

Running for Local Office: How to Run for School Board

Running for Local Office

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Virtual Webinar
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Wednesday, January 15, 2025 - 6:30pm
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The League of Women Voters of Delaware County* is presenting a three-part program on Running  for Local Office in preparation for the 2025 municipal election season

The second of the series How to Run for School Board is virtual on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM. This webinar is being conducted through Great Pennsylvania Schools/ PA School Board Association. This comprehensive webinar is designed to provide you with essential insights into what it takes to serve effectively on a school board.

In this session, attendees will: 

  • Explore the key responsibilities and expectations of a school board director. 

  • Understand the time commitment, legal considerations and the collaborative nature of board service. 

  • Learn from experienced board directors about the real-life challenges and opportunities you may encounter.  

The session is FREE but to be part of the webinar you MUST Register CLICK HERE

For additional resources from Great Pennsylvania Schools/PA School Board Association including an online course on Becoming a School Director and School Board Candidate Guide CLICK HERE 


Information on Running for Local Office Part 1 & 3:

Part 1 - Toss Your Hat in the Ring - Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM via Zoom. This presentation will give an overview of what you need to know about becoming an elected official. To learn more about this Free virtual presentation CLICK HERE .

Part 3 - Meet the Winners  - Thursday, January 23, 2025 7:00 PM In-Person at the Inn at Swarthmore, 10 S Chester Rd, Swarthmore, PA 19081. Hear from present or former elected officials on their experience with running for office and serving as a local elected official. A question and answer session will follow the presentation. 

The event fee is $35.00 and light refreshments will be served. Registration is required. To register CLICK HERE

*The League of Women Voters of Delaware County is an Inter League Organization (ILO) consisting of the members of the League of Women Voters of Radnor Township and the League of Women Voters of Central Delaware County.