2026 GOVERNING COUNCIL ELECTIONS

What does the Governing Council do?

Our Governing Council upholds the vision of our school through effective governance and performs various duties, including ethical and financial oversight, establishment of, review, and revision of broad organizational policies, employment and oversight of the school’s head administrator, and ensuring accountability for the academic, financial, and organizational performance of the school.

The election of Governing Council members commences in October. The Governing Council is comprised of up to nine members: Two of the elected members of the Governing Council shall be employees of Taos Charter School. At least one of the elected members shall be a community member. Members provide advisory oversight and accountability for the educational director, finances, and a variety of policies that direct the school.

● 5-10 hours of mandatory training are provided and required each year.

● The Governing Council meets on the 3rd Tuesday at 4:00 pm of every month. Additionally, smaller committees meet throughout the month to conduct research and provide advisory input on a variety of matters relating to school business.

● Elected candidates will serve the Taos Charter School community with their time and talents for a term lasting two years.

NOMINATION OF CANDIDATES

Open Positions:

Two staff member positions

Three parent or community member positions

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All letters of interest from candidates must be submitted by October 16, 2026. The letters should include a short bio that describes the financial, managerial, educational, legal, parental, or other experience that qualifies a candidate for the role of Governing Council. Please email your letter of interest, short bio, and contact information to sdaffron@taoscharterschool.org or submit it to the front office.