Rochester Seeks New School Board Member

ROCHESTER, MI –The Rochester School Board is looking to fill a vacant seat. The open position is being created by Trustee Sandy Fiaschetti, who was elected to the board in 2014.

“With mixed emotions, I resign from the Board of this great community school district because of a career opportunity in California," said Fiaschetti.. "I encourage anyone with a love for the children in our community, a learning orientation, and a spirit of humility to consider serving on the board.”

The Board follows the Revised School Code and Michigan Election Law in appointing an eligible candidate to fill the trustee position. When the appointee takes the Oath of Office, his or her term will begin immediately and continue through December 31, 2020.

How to apply

For consideration as a candidate, the application, along with a resume, must be received by the President of the Board of Education of the Rochester Community School District by 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 10, 2019. Postmark dates will not be considered.

Here's how you can submit an application:
1. Email (preferred method): Kristin Bull at kbull@rochester.k12.mi.us, with a copy (cc) to Christina Whitmore, Executive Assistant to the Superintendent and Board of Education, atcwhitmore@rochester.k12.mi.us.
2. Drop off: Rochester Community School District Administration Building, 501 West University Drive, Rochester, MI 48307. All packets should be addressed: “To the Attention of Ms. Kristin Bull, President, Board of Education of the Rochester Community School District.”

Here is a look at the timeline the Board has set:

"The Board thanks Sandy for her service over the past five years; as Board President for two years, her leadership left an enduring mark on Rochester Community Schools," said RCS Board President Kristin Bull. "We look forward to hearing from community members who might be able to help carry on Sandy's legacy of collaboration and big-picture thinking."

About the position

General duties and responsibilities of a Board member include coordinating initiatives with the superintendent of schools, establishing policy for the district, adopting the budget and aligning funding priorities with district goals, determining school facility needs, and responding to community ideas.

Commitments include attending and preparing for the Board of Education meetings and work sessions (approximately two total per month); participating in committee assignments (approximately two meetings per month); participating in school assignments (approximately six school visits per year); participating in liaison assignments (average one per month); and joining in ceremonial duties, to include commencements and honors events.