Being elected to the Board of Education provides the opportunity for citizens
to serve their community and support public education of our children. Candidates
for election to the Shelby County Schools Board shall meet requirements as stated
in T.C.A. §49-2-201; §49-2-202; §49¬2¬111 as well as other
state criteria. Each candidate is strongly encouraged to display his/her commitment
to serve as a Board member by attending orientation programs provided during
the election year. The Superintendent and staff of Shelby County Schools will
hold these orientation sessions between the date of candidate filing and prior
to the last date for official withdrawal. The purpose of each session will be
to acquaint the candidates with the duties and responsibilities of Tennessee
school board members. Additional orientation will be held immediately following
election to assist newly elected Board members as they prepare to assume these
important duties.