Voting for Their Future: Why School Board Elections Matter More Than You Think
Every few years, communities across America quietly hold one of the most important elections that few people pay attention to: school board elections . Unlike presidential or congressional races, these elections rarely make national headlines. Yet, the people chosen to serve on local school boards have an enormous influence over the educational experiences of millions of children. School boards shape the policies, budgets, and priorities that directly affect students, teachers, and families. Their decisions determine what books appear on library shelves, which programs receive funding, and how schools respond to evolving social and academic challenges. Ignoring these elections means letting others decide how your child — and your community’s children — learn, grow, and thrive. Curriculum Choices Shape What Students Learn One of the most visible powers of a school board is determining what children are taught. The board decides which textbooks are used, which subjects are emp...