Board of Education

Our mission: "Every school will be a thriving school that prepares every student to graduate from high school college, career and community ready.”

Our Strategic Framework lays out a roadmap for our work. Visit our district's "About" page for some quick facts and district overview information.

The Madison Board of Education is a seven-member policymaking body. Members are elected in April to serve staggered three-year terms in office.

Board of Education duties:

• Establish policies for the Madison Metropolitan School District
• Approve and oversee the school district budget
• Serve as good stewards of taxpayer funds, and levy taxes as needed
• Hire and supervise the Superintendent of Schools
• Establish board committees and vote on board executives
• Lobbying lawmakers and advocating on behalf of the Madison schools
• Representing constituents, soliciting input on key decisions and listening to concerns and needs of the community

To reach all seven board members, please use the following group e-mail address: board@madison.k12.wi.us

Interested in running for a seat on the Board of Education? Check out the City of Madison City Clerk's website for more information.

• Calendar
• Meeting Agendas and notices (updated at noon on Fridays)
• Contact Information