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School Board Election 2026

The next school board election for Foley Public Schools will take place on November 3, 2026. The following of the seven positions on the school board are up for election:

  • Three School Board Members for a 4-year term (2027-2031).

The period for filing affidavits of candidacy is July 14, 2026 through 5:00 PM on July 28, 2026.

Who are the candidates?
Candidate Filings Link (Filing information will be updated after completion of filing period).

Where do I vote?
Visit the Pollfinder Link to find your polling location for the next general election.

Questions?
Questions regarding Foley Public Schools elections should be directed to the Assistant to the Superintendent/Elections Clerk at 320-968-8609

Considering serving your community by running for the District 51 School Board?

Important Dates:

July 14, 2026 through 5:00 PM on July 28, 2026

Candidate filing period for General Election

July 30, 2026 Last day for candidates to withdraw
November 3, 2026 General Election Day
November 10, 2026 Campaign Financial Report Certification of Filing Form Due
January 2, 2027 School Board Organizational Meeting - Elected officials sworn in


 

 

 

The following resource links offer more information about running for school board:

Legal Requirements for School Board Members

School Board Candidate Information

2026 Election Candidate FAQs

Minnesota Secretary of State

Campaign Filing Packet

Affidavit of Candidacy

 

Learn more about what it means to be a school board member by reviewing the following Minnesota School Board Association's resource: