Thinking of Running for the D97 Board
In April 2021, there will be an election for three seats on the District 97 Board of Education. Below is additional information prospective candidates might find helpful.
- The 2021 "Candidate's Guide" produced by the Illinois State Board of Elections
- Candidate information from the Cook County Clerk's Office for individuals who are considering running for office in the April 2021 election (not updated for 2021 election yet)
- Key dates for people who are considering running for office in the April 2021 election (not updated for the 2021 election yet)
- General information from the Illinois Association of School Boards about school board elections
- Resources about school boards and school board service produced by the Illinois Association of School Boards
- Qualifications and Characteristics of a School Board Member
We will continue to update this page in the weeks ahead, and encourage you to check back here regularly if you are considering running for the board or simply want to learn more about the process.