School boards set goals, establish policies, oversee the performance of district schools, and negotiate contracts. The state Board of Education sets broader educational policies and standards that local schools are required to follow.Qualifications: A candidate filing for a zone position must be a registered voter in the zone. For at-large positions, candidate must be a registered voter in the district. Candidates must reside in the district for at least 1 year preceding the election. Candidates are elected districtwide.Term: 4 years