Board Member Vacancy Application

Board Member Vacancy Application

Apply for appointment to the Barbour County Board of Education. Candidates must reside in the North or West Districts only. Please complete all sections and submit your application before the deadline of 11:59 PM EST on 8/30/26.
The Barbour County Board of Education is accepting applications from qualified individuals interested in being considered for appointment to a vacant seat on the Board of Education.

Interested individuals should complete and submit this application no later than 11:59 PM EST on 8/30/26.

Applicants must meet all eligibility requirements established by West Virginia law. Submission of an application does not guarantee an interview or appointment.

Questions regarding the application or appointment process may be directed to:

Kristy Stalnaker, Board of Education President kristy.stalnaker@k12.wv.us
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Statement of Interest: Why are you interested in serving on the Board of Education?
How long have you been a resident of Barbour County?
What is your Magisterial District?
Do you possess at least a high school diploma or GED?
Please confirm that you meet all eligibility requirements established by West Virginia law.
Are you currently employed by the Barbour County Board of Education?
Are you willing to comply with all legal requirements and eligibility restrictions applicable to members of a West Virginia county Board of Education?
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If appointed, are you willing to complete all orientation and training required of Board of Education members? *Please note you are not financially compensated for completion of this orientation and training.
Highest level of education completed
Current Occupation. Enter “Retired,” “Not Currently Employed,” or another appropriate response if applicable.
Current Employer. Enter NA if not employed/retired or state Self Employed if applicable.
Please briefly describe your educational, professional, business, or other experience that you believe would be beneficial to the Barbour County Board of Education.
Please describe your involvement in Barbour County or other community activities.You may include service with civic organizations, nonprofit organizations, boards, committees, churches, youth organizations, school-related organizations, volunteer activities, coaching, community events, or other public service.
Please list any boards, committees, organizations, or leadership positions on which you currently serve or have previously served.
Why do you want to serve on the Barbour County Board of Education?Please explain what motivates your interest in serving the students, families, employees, and communities of Barbour County.
What qualifications, experiences, skills, or perspectives would you bring to the Board?
What do you believe are the most important responsibilities of a member of the Board of Education?
What do you believe are the most significant issues or challenges currently facing Barbour County Schools?
What do you believe are the greatest strengths of Barbour County Schools, and how could the Board build upon those strengths?
Board members are responsible for considering the needs of all students and schools throughout Barbour County. How would you approach a difficult decision when parents, employees, students, or community members have differing opinions?
Board members may sometimes disagree with one another. How would you handle a situation in which you disagree with a decision ultimately made by a majority of the Board?
Is there anything else you would like the Board to consider when reviewing your application?
Serving on the Barbour County Board of Education requires preparation for and attendance at regular meetings, special meetings, work sessions, required training, and other activities associated with service on a public Board of Education.Are you willing and able to devote the time necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of a Board member?
Are you willing and able to attend regular and special Board meetings?
Do you understand that individual Board members do not independently direct school employees or administer the day-to-day operations of Barbour County Schools?
Do you understand that Board members are expected to review materials and prepare for meetings before Board action is taken?
Reference #1. Provide full name & phone number or email address. Provide relationship to applicant.
Example: George Jones 999-999-9999 or gjones@yahoo.com former employer/coworker/colleague.
Reference #2. Provide full name & phone number or email address. Provide relationship to applicant.
Example: George Jones 999-999-9999 or gjones@yahoo.com former employer/coworker/colleague
CERTIFICATION & SUBMISSION Please carefully review the following before submitting your application. ALL boxes must be checked:
Electronic Signature. By typing your full legal name below, you acknowledge that it constitutes your electronic signature and that you agree to the certifications above.
Deadline for application submission is 11:59 PM eastern standard time on 8/30/26. No late submissions will be accepted.
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