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Stillwater Board of Education has a 9-member elected Board of Education serving 3-yr terms. This year 3 seats are open.Voting Location: Polls will be open 12 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Stillwater CSD, 1068 Hudson Ave, Stillwater, NY 12170 Visit Poll Place Finder to see the polling location.Voter Access: You are eligible to vote if you are a United States citizen, 18 years or older, and a resident of the Stillwater Central School District for at least 30 days before the annual vote date. Residents wishing to register may do so at the school’s voter registration day or through the county Board of Elections. Visit Am I Registered to determine if you are registered to vote on the budget and Board of Education in May.Absentee Ballots: Absentee ballots are available to registered residents who are unable to vote in person for reasons of illness or disability or who will be out of town on the date of the vote. Any qualified voter of the Stillwater Central School District may request an application for an absentee ballot by either:Print and return the Early Mail application to the District Clerk.Email District Clerk, Renee Price. **Applications must be received by the District Clerk seven days before the election if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter, or the day before the election, if the ballot is to be delivered in person. All absentee ballots must be returned to the District Clerk by 5 p.m. the day of the vote (May 19, 2026).Early Mail Ballots: Any qualified voter of the Stillwater Central School District may request an application for an Early Mail Ballot by either:Print and return the Early Mail application to the District Clerk.Email District Clerk, Renee Price.5/9/26

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    Darrell Hazen
    (NOP)

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    Valerie Masterson
    (NOP)

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    Carrie Lilac Sabourin
    (NOP)

Biographical Information

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Being on the Board of Education requires great personal commitment and a tremendous amount of time. What motivates you to be on the Board and how are you prepared for this intensive commitment?

What is your # 1 concern for education in your school district for the coming year?

School board members serve five constituencies: Students, parents, teachers and staff, the administration, and the community. On a scale of Strongly Agree to Strongly Disagree, please respond to the following statement: They are all equally important.

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Having served on the Stillwater Community Center Board of Directors, and as an active member of the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary and the PTA, I offer a unique combination of governance experience and community-rooted service.
Stillwater isn’t just where I live; it’s who I am. I’ve always been all about this community, and I believe that my deep roots give me a unique perspective on how to move our district forward. I want to make a positive, lasting impact on the town that has given me so much. My philosophy is simple: I will always put the students' needs first. I am dedicated to ensuring all students receive a high-quality public education. Growing up with a father who was a longtime educator in this district gave me a front-row seat to the dedication required to serve our schools. I learned early on that education is more than just a profession; It is a commitment to the entire community. I bring those same values of service to the School Board.
Fiscal sustainability versus rising costs. Having recently adopted its budget, the district is now faced with significant hikes in health insurance, utility costs, and fuel.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neither agree nor disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
To ensure all students receive a high-quality public education, collaborative communication between students, families, teachers and staff, the administration, and the community is essential.
I am committed to supporting our teachers, respecting our taxpayers, and prioritizing student achievement. This includes a focus on the mental health and well-being of both students and staff, maintaining a zero-tolerance approach to bullying, ensuring every child feels safe and respected.