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Arlington board outlines selection plan for student ex‑officio seats; nine students have expressed interest
Summary
Superintendent reported nine rising juniors and seniors have expressed interest in two non‑voting ex‑officio board seats next year. The board discussed selection mechanics, communication expectations and an interest meeting and questionnaire before final selection.
The Arlington Central School District board discussed plans to include up to two student ex‑officio (non‑voting) members for the coming school year.
Superintendent reported that nine rising juniors and seniors have so far expressed interest and proposed an interest meeting followed by a short written questionnaire focusing on reasons for applying, communication skills and availability. She said students would not attend executive session and would not vote.
Board members debated selection mechanics and expectations. One member suggested pairing a junior and senior for continuity; another proposed asking candidates about how they would communicate with peers. The superintendent said the district had shared information through social studies teachers and the social studies coordinator and that not all interested students hold formal student‑government positions.
Next steps agreed by the board include an interest meeting with the candidates, involvement of board leadership if desired, a short application/questionnaire to assess interest and communication plans, and staff follow‑up to narrow candidates to two. The district said it would expect the students to attend regular board meetings (around two monthnight meetings) but not make attendance a strict requirement for other public committee meetings.
No vote was taken; board members supported a measured process and staff agreed to report back after the candidate meeting.
