U-46 School Board
IL
Local
Nonpartisan
Current Incumbent
Melissa Owens
Nonpartisan
In office since April 2025
Next Election
Apr 3, 2029
Term Length
4 years
Position Type
Part Time
Salary
No compensation.
Number of Seats
3
About this position
Local school board members are responsible for overseeing school operations within the district, typically including employment decisions regarding a district superintendent.
Eligibility requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Must be a registered voter
- Must be a resident of the district
- Candidate must be a US Citizen, a resident of the state of Illinois and of the school district for at least 1 year preceding election, must be a registered voter and not a school trustee.
Filing information
Elections office
118 N Clark St, Rm 230, Chicago, IL 60602
Phone: 312-603-5656
Fee & signature requirements
No Filing fee. Signature requirements: At least 50 qualified voters or 10% of the voters, whichever is less, residing within the district.
Filing instructions
Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office.