Honoring school board’s hard work

To the editor:

May is School Board Recognition Month in Iowa, and Fairfield Community School District joins public education communities throughout the state to thank and celebrate these 'Superheroes for Public Education.” Throughout the month, let's take time to recognize the contributions made by the seven members of the Fairfield Community School District school board, who are responsible for providing high-quality public education to our students.

FCSD board members are elected by their communities to manage local schools. They oversee an annual budget of $30 million, 1,654 students, 313 employees, and four attendance centers along with Auxiliary Services and Central Office.

These elected volunteers create school policy, approve curricula, develop innovative opportunities and maintain school facilities. Board members must enhance their understanding of state and federal education law; the complexities of school finance, including budgets and taxes; and the importance of maintaining a positive district culture. They spend many hours in board training programs and personal study, while also advocating for public schools with their local legislators.

We don't always recognize the dedication and hard work of these public servants elected to represent us and the interests of our children. Make plans to attend your district's May board meeting on May 20 at the A.C.T. building at 6:30 p.m. to thank your school board members, let them know you appreciate what they do for the children of your community and ask how you can be of service to the Fairfield Community School District.

Please join us by saying 'thanks” to these superheroes of public education during School Board Member Recognition Month in May. The members serving on your FCSD board are Debi Plum, President; Jennifer Anderson, Vice President, Board Members: Frank Broz, Paul Miller, Warren Schaefer, Kelly Scott, and Christi Welsh.