Roosevelt Needs Your Voice! We are looking for volunteers to fill three open seats on the School Site Council for the upcoming school year.
This is a unique opportunity to learn about the inner workings of Roosevelt and how our school operates. We value diverse perspectives and need to hear many voices! Meetings are held once a month and are packed with valuable information and insight.
Deadline to submit your statement:
Monday, April 27, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. More info below:
What is the School Site Council?
The School Site Council is a collaborative team composed of school staff and parents/guardians who work with the principal to support student success. The council plays an important role in reviewing and evaluating school improvement programs and budgets, ensuring that decisions reflect the needs and voices of our community.
The SSC is composed of 10 members total:
- 5 staff members
- 5 parents/guardians
Members are elected by their peers to represent the broader school community.
Meeting Schedule
The council typically meets once a month on the third Thursday at 3:15 p.m. The first meeting for the 2026–27 school year will take place in September 2026.
How to Apply
To be eligible, you must have a student enrolled at Roosevelt for the full two-year term.
If you’re interested in running for one of the open seats, please submit a short statement that includes:
- Your background
- Your interest in serving
- Why you’d like to be part of the SSC
Submission Guidelines:
- Use a 12-point font
- Limit your statement to no more than three paragraphs (or one page)
- Save your document as a PDF
Submit your statement via email to: nwarren@smmusd.org
Deadline: Monday, April 27, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
Please note: Statements will be published exactly as submitted, so be sure to proofread carefully.
Election Timeline
- Statements Released: Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at 12:00 p.m.
- Voting Period: Opens Wednesday afternoon and closes Saturday, May 2, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
- Voting Rule: Each household is allowed one vote
Serving on the School Site Council is a meaningful way to contribute to Roosevelt’s continued growth and success. We encourage all interested parents and guardians to consider applying.
Thank you for your commitment to our school community — we look forward to hearing from you!
