All data comes from the Michigan Secretary of State and are unofficial results. We expect these numbers to change as more precincts file results with the state.
Michigan's Board of Education oversees nearly all matters related to schools and students. Among other things, the board helps schools:
- Acquire new property or technologies, such as buses
- Help with school funds and expenditure
- Set state required curriculum
- Employs teachers, principals, superintendents, and many other schools staff
- Negotiate with teacher unions
School Board candidates in Michigan participate in what's called a nonpartisan election, meaning they must run for reelection for consecutive terms and run without any party affiliation.
Nonpartisan elections for Michigan's Board of Education are held every even-numbered year, with each term being eight years in length.
Michigan's Board of Education has a total of eight seats, with two up for grabs this election. Currently, the board sits at a 6-2 Democratic majority.
