~ The City of Boston has announced that the Boston School Committee Nominating Panel is now accepting applications for three four-year terms on the Boston School Committee. The Nominating Panel, which is made up of thirteen members representing various sectors such as parents, educators, and business and higher education communities, will be responsible for selecting the new committee members.

According to the press release issued by the city, two current members' terms are set to expire in January 2026, prompting the start of the Nominating Panel process this fall. The selected candidates will begin their terms on January 1, 2026 and serve until January 7, 2030. Additionally, applications are also being accepted for a third vacancy that will occur when Michael O'Neill steps down from his position as Vice-Chair at the end of December. This term will expire on January 2, 2029.

Interested individuals must submit their applications by Friday, November 7, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. The application can be found on the city's website. Virtual interviews will be conducted in the early evening on November 18-20. Candidates must be residents of Boston and should be prepared for a significant time commitment as serving on the School Committee involves connecting with school departments and leaders and attending biweekly meetings that often run late into the evening.

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The Boston School Committee serves as the governing body of the Boston Public Schools and is responsible for defining its vision, mission, and goals. They also oversee the annual operating budget, hire and evaluate the Superintendent, and set policies to support student achievement.

The seven members of the School Committee are appointed by the Mayor from a list of candidates recommended by the Nominating Panel. The committee also includes a non-voting student member from the Boston Student Advisory Council. Meetings are held approximately twice per month during the school year and are open to public with designated periods for public comments. They are also broadcasted on Boston City TV.

Applications for the committee will be available in multiple languages including English, Simplified Chinese, Portuguese, Vietnamese, Spanish, Haitian Creole, and Cape Verdean Kriolu. For more information about the Nominating Panel and the application process, interested individuals can visit the city's website or contact scnominatingpanel@boston.gov.

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