Interested in Becoming a Member of Tukwila School Board?

Help Shape the Future of Tukwila Schools

Serving on the Tukwila School District Board of Directors is an opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of scholars, families, staff, and the community. Board Directors provide governance for the district by setting policy, establishing the district's vision, adopting the annual budget, hiring and evaluating the Superintendent, and ensuring every scholar has the opportunity to thrive.

We welcome community members who are passionate about public education, committed to student success, and interested in serving the Tukwila community.

What Does a Board Director Do?

Board Directors serve as elected community leaders responsible for the governance of the school district. Responsibilities include:

• Attending regular Board meetings and work sessions
• Developing and adopting district policies
• Approving the annual district budget
• Hiring and evaluating the Superintendent
• Establishing the district's vision and strategic direction
• Advocating for scholars, families, and the community
• Supporting continuous improvement and student achievement

Why Serve?

Serving on the Board is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in public education.

Director Forhan: "We serve our community because our community serves us. From teachers, to principals. From scholars to parents. From all of our amazing workers to volunteers. We are all here to serve the next generations and there's always ways we can improve things together."

Director Larson:  "I serve to help provide students with a strong educational system that prepares them to achieve their life goals, hold our system accountable to being efficient and responsive to student and community needs, and advocate at the state level for school funding that reflects the needs of every student."

Who We're Looking For

We encourage applications from individuals who reflect the diversity, strengths, and lived experiences of the Tukwila community.

Strong candidates demonstrate:

• A commitment to educational excellence and student success
• A deep understanding of and commitment to educational equity
• A connection to and engagement with the Tukwila community
• An ability to collaborate and make decisions as part of a governance team
• A commitment to listening to scholars, families, staff, and community members
• An interest in shaping policy that supports every scholar