May is School Board Recognition Month, sponsored by the Iowa Association of School Boards to celebrate the contributions of board members to Iowa public education. This year’s theme is “School Boards: Leading Through Uncharted Waters.” The Clarion-Goldfield-Dows Community School District is celebrating the work of our school board, who has maintained their commitment to students, schools, and communities while facing challenges and making decisions they never could have anticipated when they were elected.
“While school board members are elected by the community, they serve as unpaid navigators who help students set sail by devoting their time to monthly meetings, reviewing board materials, communicating with citizens, exploring learning opportunities, and attending school functions and activities. Most importantly, our school board has made tough choices that impact the health and safety of students, staff and the school community, while continuing to prioritize student achievement and educational equity,” said Superintendent Joseph Nelson.
The Clarion-Goldfield-Dows School Board is charged with charting the course for our school district. They oversee the budget, develop policies, set the atmosphere for the district, and make decisions that impact the entire community.
“Our school board keeps the district on course. They serve 991 pre-school through 12th grade students, about 150 full time and 70 part time employees, and are responsible for an annual budget of $21 million. It’s a big job for no pay, but our board members say they serve to meet the needs of our students and our community,” said Superintendent Joseph Nelson.
The Clarion-Goldfield-Dows CSD is shining a spotlight on our school board at the regular monthly meeting on May 10 at 5:00 pm. The board members serving the Clarion-Goldfield-Dows School District are Elizabeth Severson, President; Troy Seaba, Vice-President, Beth Jackson, Megan Ring and Cindy Dorn.