The School District is accepting applications to fill the vacancy resulting from the resignation of Board Member Jayne Resek. The individual selected will serve on the School Board from the date of appointment until the April 9, 2013 election. The School District’s mission is “Always learning. Always growing.” Batavia Public Schools is a district celebrated for its commitment to students and for purposeful collaboration. Through a continuous improvement perspective that is grounded on a genuine belief that all students can learn, Batavia educators work collaboratively to maintain a district-wide learning environment that maximizes resources to improve the lives of students through a focus on learning, results and collaboration to educate students today to meet the challenges of tomorrow.

Applicants for the Board vacancy must be a citizen of the United States, at least 18 years of age, a resident of the State of Illinois and the school district for at least one year preceding board appointment, and a registered voter. Applicants should show familiarity with the Board’s policies regarding general duties and responsibilities of a Board and a Board member, including fiduciary responsibilities, conflict of interest, ethics and gift ban. The Board of Education policies are available here.

Interested Batavia Public School residents should submit a letter of interest and a brief resume to:

Jack Barshinger

Secretary

Batavia Public Schools

335 W. Wilson

Batavia, IL 60510

Or emailed to: superintendent@bps101.net

Letters of Interest and resumes may be turned in by noon, Wednesday, July 18, 2012.