Join the Westgate School Board of Directors!
The Westgate Board of Directors has several seats to fill through the upcoming election, and we need passionate individuals to step up and make a difference in our wonderful WCS community.
Joining the board offers an opportunity to make a difference in our fabulous WCS community.
We’re looking for candidates who are excited to support Westgate!
Great applicants value the mission & vision of our school. They also:
- Demonstrate accountability, integrity and ability to switch between “parent hat” and “board member hat”
- Upcoming priorities mean that the Board of Directors would particularly benefit from new members with experience in grant writing and facilities.
- Prior board experience isn’t necessary as training is provided.
Elected board members typically serve for a three-year term, beginning in July of the year elected. The time commitment is about 10-15 hours a month of work and includes:
- Board meetings take place once or twice a month on Tuesday evenings from 6:00–8:30 pm (approximately).
- Serving on assigned standing and/or ad hoc committees with additional (but variable) time commitments.
- Attending additional events, including presentations to the school community, professional development, graduation, community events that may occur during or outside of school hours.
Do you know someone who would be great? Please let them know you think they should consider becoming a candidate!
Questions? Contact Board President Dan Obenhaus ([email protected]).
QUESTIONS FOR APPLICATION
Ready to apply? Review the board documents, write a brief (about 5 sentences) bio and send it to Dan with responses to the five questions below by Saturday, March 15th.
- 1) What makes Westgate’s mission and vision meaningful to you and your family?
- 2) Why are you interested in serving on the Westgate Board of Directors?
- 3) What are your perceptions about the roles and duties of the Board of Directors at a charter school?
- 4) What area(s) would you be most interested in working on (i.e., finance/budget, events, fundraising, recruitment, legal, building improvements, school accountability, policy, etc.), and what skills and experience do you have that would allow you to be successful in these endeavors?
- 5) What is your availability to attend regular board meetings and contribute additional time to board-related activities?
A few more details:
Your bio & responses will be published on the school website for the WCS Community to review.
All candidates will participate in a virtual Meet & Greet on March 21, 2025 at 11:00 am (during the Friday Community Connect).
Voting will be open from April 8 – April 14.