SCHOOL BOARD

BCPS School Board Elections

The next BCPS school board election will take place in November 2026. 

What is the role of school boards in the education system?

The purpose of a school board in Michigan is to oversee the education of students in the community. They are responsible for the operations of the school district, including curriculum, budget, and facilities. 

Responsibilities: 

• Curriculum: Approve textbooks and recommended curriculum

• Staffing: Adopt policies for salaries, benefits, leave, and professional development

• Budget: Review the superintendent's budget and align funding with district goals

• Facilities: Determine school facility needs and communicate construction plans to the community

• Policy: Establish policy, set district goals, and represent community values

• Safety: Ensure the safety and welfare of students

• Property: Acquire and dispose of school property

• Employees: Determine matters relating to school employees and contractors

• Funds: Control the expenditure and receipt of school funds

School board role:

School boards are the link between the schools and the communities they serve. They monitor district activities to ensure progress is being made and achievement gaps are closing. 

Getting involved:

The Michigan Association of School Boards (MASB) has resources to help people become involved in their local school board.