Harlandale ISD Community Input: School Board Election Timing

Harlandale ISD Community Input: School Board Election Timing
Thank you for taking the time to share your input.

In light of discussions by the City of San Antonio regarding the timing of local elections, the Harlandale ISD School Board of is discussing the timing of future school board elections.

Currently, school board elections are held in May of odd-numbered years. To remain aligned with potential changes at the local level, the District is exploring whether to transition elections to November or other even-year election cycles.

As part of this transition, current trustee terms may need to be extended temporarily, and the Board is considering what timeline would be most appropriate.

No decision has been made. Your feedback will help inform this discussion.
Which best describes you?*

Parent/GuardianStaff MemberStudentCommunity MemberOther
What campus or department are you connected to?*
Before today, were you aware that school board elections are currently held in May of odd-numbered years?*

YesNoUnsure
In light of discussions by the City of San Antonio regarding the timing of local elections, the Harlandale ISD Board of Trustees is considering a possible shift to November elections (odd or even years) or May of even-numbered years. What is your general reaction to this discussion?*

Support exploring a changePrefer to keep elections as they areOpen to either optionNot sure / need more information
What factors are most important to you when thinking about election timing? (Select all that apply)*

Voter turnoutCost of electionsConvenience for votersAlignment with city or other electionsImpact on current trustee termsOther
Please Elaborate*
If the district aligns its elections with the City of San Antonio, current Trustee terms would need to be extended temporarily. Which option do you feel is most appropriate?*

Approximately 6-month extensionUp to 1-year extensionDo not support extending terms (would require the District to hold separate elections from City and County, which may increase election costs)Not sure / need more information
Do you believe moving school board elections to November would increase community participation?*

YesNoNot Sure
What questions, concerns or feedback would you like the Board to consider as part of this discussion?*
Would you like to receive updates on this topic?*

Yes (enter email)No
Email*
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Thank you for your input. Your feedback will be reviewed and shared with the Board of Trustees as part of the ongoing discussion.
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