Practical Tools for School Board Leaders
First State Educate develops practical training, courses, and toolkits to help school board members and candidates lead with clarity and confidence.
Access resources online, learn at your own pace, and apply what you learn directly to the real decisions boards face.
2026 School Board Elections Toolkit
Elections Toolkit
Running for school board is one of the most meaningful ways to serve your community but the process can be difficult to navigate.
The 2026 School Board Elections Toolkit provides clear, practical guidance for anyone considering running for a local school board seat in Delaware. Developed by First State Educate, this resource walks prospective candidates through the key steps involved in filing, organizing a campaign, and preparing for election day.
Who This Is For
This resource is designed for:
Community members exploring school board service
First-time candidates seeking clear guidance
Residents who want to better understand school board elections
The toolkit is strictly informational and nonpartisan and does not support or endorse any candidate or campaign.
Onboarding Courses: Newly Elected School Board Members
Custom onboarding sessions are available for individuals or full boards following the election.
Serving on a school board carries significant responsibility from day one. To help new members step into the role with confidence, we offer a custom post-election onboarding program for newly elected board members.
This onboarding session walks through the fundamentals of effective school board service, including governance responsibilities, financial oversight, working productively with district leadership, and understanding the key decisions boards face in their first months.
Our goal is simple: ensure new board members have clear expectations, practical tools, and a strong foundation to serve their communities well
Contact julia@firststateed.org to learn more.