News Summary
Thornwell Charter School in Clinton, South Carolina, is inviting candidates to apply for three Board of Directors seats. Applications are accepted until May 16, 2025, and positions are for a two-year term. The school will hold a Candidate Forum on May 29, 2025, via Zoom to promote community engagement, followed by online voting on May 30, 2025. Election results will be certified on June 2, 2025, and the newly elected board members will begin their terms on July 24, 2025.
Clinton, South Carolina – Thornwell Charter School Seeks Board of Directors Candidates
Thornwell Charter School in Clinton, South Carolina is officially calling for candidates to fill three seats on its Board of Directors. Interested individuals can submit their applications online until 12 PM EDT on Friday, May 16, 2025. The positions are set to serve a two-year term.
Candidates must apply through the online application form available at this link. After the filing deadline, details regarding the candidates and their application responses will be made available to the public. This information will be posted online on Tuesday, May 20, 2025.
Candidate Forum Scheduled
The school will host a Candidate Forum via Zoom on Thursday, May 29, 2025, at 5:00 PM. This event is a vital opportunity for candidates to present themselves to the community, outline their qualifications, and explain their motivations for seeking a spot on the board. The forum will be open to the public, encouraging community engagement and transparency throughout the election process.
Voting Information
Online voting is scheduled to begin at 7 AM on May 30, 2025, and will remain open until 7 PM on the same day. Voting is limited to one vote per child enrolled at the school and one vote per employee. This measure ensures that all voices within the school community can participate in the election of their Board of Directors.
Election Results and Board Members’ Inauguration
The results from the election will be officially certified on June 2, 2025. The newly elected board members will then be announced publicly, and their terms will begin during the regularly scheduled board meeting on July 24, 2025. Newly elected board members are expected to participate in all board meetings, and adherence to this requirement is mandatory.
Background on Board Membership Requirements
In accordance with South Carolina law, all board members are required to complete board training within their first year of taking office. The State Department of Education provides this training free of charge, ensuring that newly appointed board members are adequately prepared to fulfill their roles effectively. This requirement aims to enhance the governance and operational standards within schools across the state.
Thornwell Charter School encourages qualified individuals to consider this opportunity to serve the community and contribute to the school’s development and decision-making processes. The Board of Directors plays a crucial role in overseeing the school’s program, policies, and the overall direction of its educational mission.
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