VOTE411 Voter Guide

County School District Trustees serve on the elected board that governs the fifth-largest school district in the United States. Trustees set district policy, approve the multi-billion-dollar budget, hire and evaluate the superintendent, and provide oversight of curriculum implementation, student services, and district operations. In recent years, school board races nationwide have drawn increased attention as communities debate issues such as curriculum standards, parental involvement, student safety, library materials, teacher support, and how schools address diversity and inclusion. Because trustees influence how these policies are implemented locally — and how schools balance educational quality, transparency, and community values — these races play a significant role in shaping the direction of public education and maintaining trust between families and the district.