It’s time to be thinking of school board candidates.
The election will be held Tuesday, April 6, 2021. The term of office for these school board members is three years and begins Monday, April 26, 2021.
Incumbents whose seats are up for re-election include Nathan D. Chambers, Aaron Dunn, and Everett R. Lindsey. If these incumbents do not wish to run, they need to file non-candidacy no later than 5:00 pm Monday, December 28, 2020 in the District Office.
For all interested candidates (including incumbents), a Campaign Finance Registration Statement and a Declaration of Candidacy must be filed no later than 5:00 pm Tuesday, January 5, 2021 in the District Office located at 705 Ross Street.
If a primary is necessary, that will be held Tuesday, February 16, 2021. (A primary would be necessary only if there were seven or more candidates seeking the three available seats.)
Superintendent Mitch Wainwright will hold a virtual Prospective Candidate Info Night Wednesday, December 9 at 5 pm for those individuals interested in more information about the roles and responsibilities of a school board member. Please email mitch.wainwright@mp.k12.wi.us or call 987-0740 for the Zoom link and password no later than Noon December 9. If you are unable to attend, but would like to learn more or ask questions, please reach out to him. The info night will not be recorded.
The Guide for Candidates from the Wisconsin Association of School Boards is available.
A description of the school district boundaries can be obtained from the District Office. If you have any questions on the process, please call District Administrative Assistant Angela Schubert at 987-0740 or email angie.schubert@mp.k12.wi.us.