School board candidate workshop offers information and insight

(Kilgore, TX) - Area school board candidates and interested citizens can learn more about the demands and rewards of school board service at a candidate workshop, Thursday, Feb. 22, 7-9 pm, at the Region 7 Education Service Center (1909 N. Longview St., Service Center/Room F).

The workshop will provide interested community members and individuals thinking about running for the board with a better understanding of what is involved in being elected and serving as a local trustee.

Experienced school board members will explain board members' key responsibilities and outline the qualities necessary for effective service.

Topics to be covered include what it's like to be a trustee, key responsibilities of the board, division of authority with staff, how to campaign constructively, and where to find more information.

Participants will also view A Call to Service, a Texas Association of School Boards' video highlighting many aspects of board service and featuring several experienced school trustees.

The workshop is open to anyone. Admission is free.

For more information about the workshop, call Tanya Barnett at TASB, 512-467-0222 or 800-580- 8272, extension 6248, or check the TASB Web Site at www.lts.tasb.org/candidates for other dates and locations.